How many syllables in “nonderivative”?
syllables in "nonderivative"
Word details
Syllables
5
non · der · iva · tiv · e
Letters
13
n · o · n · d · e · r · i · v · a · t · i · v · e
Scrabble
20
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About the word “nonderivative”
The word “nonderivative” contains 5 syllables, divided as non · der · iva · tiv · e. It has 13 letters.
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How many syllables does "nonderivative" have?
"nonderivative" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "nonderivative" into syllables?
"nonderivative" is divided into syllables as: non · der · iva · tiv · e.
What is the Scrabble score for "nonderivative"?
The Scrabble score for "nonderivative" is 20 points.
Using “nonderivative” in writing
"nonderivative" (non · der · iva · tiv · 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, “nonderivative” 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.