How many syllables in “nondevelopment”?
syllables in "nondevelopment"
Word details
Syllables
5
non · de · ve · lop · ment
Letters
14
n · o · n · d · e · v · e · l · o · p · m · e · n · t
Scrabble
22
points
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About the word “nondevelopment”
The word “nondevelopment” contains 5 syllables, divided as non · de · ve · lop · ment. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "nondevelopment" have?
"nondevelopment" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "nondevelopment" into syllables?
"nondevelopment" is divided into syllables as: non · de · ve · lop · ment.
What is the Scrabble score for "nondevelopment"?
The Scrabble score for "nondevelopment" is 22 points.
Using “nondevelopment” in writing
"nondevelopment" (non · de · ve · lop · ment) 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, “nondevelopment” is worth 22 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.