How many syllables in “noncombustibles”?
syllables in "noncombustibles"
Word details
Syllables
5
non · com · bu · sti · bles
Letters
15
n · o · n · c · o · m · b · u · s · t · i · b · l · e · s
Scrabble
23
points
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About the word “noncombustibles”
The word “noncombustibles” contains 5 syllables, divided as non · com · bu · sti · bles. It has 15 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "noncombustibles" have?
"noncombustibles" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "noncombustibles" into syllables?
"noncombustibles" is divided into syllables as: non · com · bu · sti · bles.
What is the Scrabble score for "noncombustibles"?
The Scrabble score for "noncombustibles" is 23 points.
Using “noncombustibles” in writing
"noncombustibles" (non · com · bu · sti · bles) 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, “noncombustibles” is worth 23 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.