How many syllables in “nondegenerate”?
syllables in "nondegenerate"
Word details
Syllables
5
non · deg · ene · rat · e
Letters
13
n · o · n · d · e · g · e · n · e · r · a · t · e
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “nondegenerate”
The word “nondegenerate” contains 5 syllables, divided as non · deg · ene · rat · e. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "nondegenerate" have?
"nondegenerate" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "nondegenerate" into syllables?
"nondegenerate" is divided into syllables as: non · deg · ene · rat · e.
What is the Scrabble score for "nondegenerate"?
The Scrabble score for "nondegenerate" is 15 points.
Using “nondegenerate” in writing
"nondegenerate" (non · deg · ene · rat · e) 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, “nondegenerate” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.