How many syllables in “nonflammable”?
syllables in "nonflammable"
Word details
Syllables
5
non · fla · mma · ble
Letters
12
n · o · n · f · l · a · m · m · a · b · l · e
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “nonflammable”
The word “nonflammable” contains 5 syllables, divided as non · fla · mma · ble. It has 12 letters.
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How many syllables does "nonflammable" have?
"nonflammable" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "nonflammable" into syllables?
"nonflammable" is divided into syllables as: non · fla · mma · ble.
What is the Scrabble score for "nonflammable"?
The Scrabble score for "nonflammable" is 21 points.
Using “nonflammable” in writing
"nonflammable" (non · fla · mma · ble) 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, “nonflammable” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.