How many syllables in “nonautomatic”?
syllables in "nonautomatic"
Word details
Syllables
5
no · nau · to · ma · tic
Letters
12
n · o · n · a · u · t · o · m · a · t · i · c
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “nonautomatic”
The word “nonautomatic” contains 5 syllables, divided as no · nau · to · ma · tic. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "nonautomatic" have?
"nonautomatic" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "nonautomatic" into syllables?
"nonautomatic" is divided into syllables as: no · nau · to · ma · tic.
What is the Scrabble score for "nonautomatic"?
The Scrabble score for "nonautomatic" is 16 points.
Using “nonautomatic” in writing
"nonautomatic" (no · nau · to · ma · tic) 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, “nonautomatic” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.