How many syllables in “nonfeasance”?
syllables in "nonfeasance"
Word details
Syllables
3
nonf · easa · nce
Letters
11
n · o · n · f · e · a · s · a · n · c · e
Scrabble
16
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About the word “nonfeasance”
The word “nonfeasance” contains 3 syllables, divided as nonf · easa · nce. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "nonfeasance" have?
"nonfeasance" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "nonfeasance" into syllables?
"nonfeasance" is divided into syllables as: nonf · easa · nce.
What is the Scrabble score for "nonfeasance"?
The Scrabble score for "nonfeasance" is 16 points.
Using “nonfeasance” in writing
Three-syllable words like "nonfeasance" (nonf · easa · nce) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “nonfeasance” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.