How many syllables in “nonemergency”?
syllables in "nonemergency"
Word details
Syllables
5
no · ne · mer · gen · cy
Letters
12
n · o · n · e · m · e · r · g · e · n · c · y
Scrabble
20
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About the word “nonemergency”
The word “nonemergency” contains 5 syllables, divided as no · ne · mer · gen · cy. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "nonemergency" have?
"nonemergency" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "nonemergency" into syllables?
"nonemergency" is divided into syllables as: no · ne · mer · gen · cy.
What is the Scrabble score for "nonemergency"?
The Scrabble score for "nonemergency" is 20 points.
Using “nonemergency” in writing
"nonemergency" (no · ne · mer · gen · cy) 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, “nonemergency” 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.