How many syllables in “nondepartmental”?
syllables in "nondepartmental"
Word details
Syllables
5
non · de · par · tmen · tal
Letters
15
n · o · n · d · e · p · a · r · t · m · e · n · t · a · l
Scrabble
20
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About the word “nondepartmental”
The word “nondepartmental” contains 5 syllables, divided as non · de · par · tmen · tal. It has 15 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "nondepartmental" have?
"nondepartmental" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "nondepartmental" into syllables?
"nondepartmental" is divided into syllables as: non · de · par · tmen · tal.
What is the Scrabble score for "nondepartmental"?
The Scrabble score for "nondepartmental" is 20 points.
Using “nondepartmental” in writing
"nondepartmental" (non · de · par · tmen · tal) 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, “nondepartmental” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.