How many syllables in “nincompoopery”?
syllables in "nincompoopery"
Word details
Syllables
5
nin · com · poo · pe · ry
Letters
13
n · i · n · c · o · m · p · o · o · p · e · r · y
Scrabble
24
points
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About the word “nincompoopery”
The word “nincompoopery” contains 5 syllables, divided as nin · com · poo · pe · ry. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "nincompoopery" have?
"nincompoopery" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "nincompoopery" into syllables?
"nincompoopery" is divided into syllables as: nin · com · poo · pe · ry.
What is the Scrabble score for "nincompoopery"?
The Scrabble score for "nincompoopery" is 24 points.
Using “nincompoopery” in writing
"nincompoopery" (nin · com · poo · pe · ry) has five syllables — exactly one full line of a haiku's 5-7-5 structure. That means this single word could stand alone as the opening or closing line of a haiku. In longer verse, five-syllable words create a slow, deliberate pace.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “nincompoopery” is worth 24 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.