How many syllables in “noncompliance”?
syllables in "noncompliance"
Word details
Syllables
3
nonco · mplia · nce
Letters
13
n · o · n · c · o · m · p · l · i · a · n · c · e
Scrabble
21
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About the word “noncompliance”
The word “noncompliance” contains 3 syllables, divided as nonco · mplia · nce. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "noncompliance" have?
"noncompliance" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "noncompliance" into syllables?
"noncompliance" is divided into syllables as: nonco · mplia · nce.
What is the Scrabble score for "noncompliance"?
The Scrabble score for "noncompliance" is 21 points.
Using “noncompliance” in writing
Three-syllable words like "noncompliance" (nonco · mplia · nce) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “noncompliance” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.