How many syllables in “nonagenarians”?
syllables in "nonagenarians"
Word details
Syllables
5
no · na · ge · na · rians
Letters
13
n · o · n · a · g · e · n · a · r · i · a · n · s
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “nonagenarians”
The word “nonagenarians” contains 5 syllables, divided as no · na · ge · na · rians. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "nonagenarians" have?
"nonagenarians" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "nonagenarians" into syllables?
"nonagenarians" is divided into syllables as: no · na · ge · na · rians.
What is the Scrabble score for "nonagenarians"?
The Scrabble score for "nonagenarians" is 14 points.
Using “nonagenarians” in writing
"nonagenarians" (no · na · ge · na · rians) 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, “nonagenarians” is worth 14 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.