How many syllables in “noncommittally”?
syllables in "noncommittally"
Word details
Syllables
5
non · com · mit · tal · ly
Letters
14
n · o · n · c · o · m · m · i · t · t · a · l · l · y
Scrabble
23
points
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About the word “noncommittally”
The word “noncommittally” contains 5 syllables, divided as non · com · mit · tal · ly. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "noncommittally" have?
"noncommittally" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "noncommittally" into syllables?
"noncommittally" is divided into syllables as: non · com · mit · tal · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "noncommittally"?
The Scrabble score for "noncommittally" is 23 points.
Using “noncommittally” in writing
"noncommittally" (non · com · mit · tal · ly) 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, “noncommittally” 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.