How many syllables in “nonhomogeneous”?
syllables in "nonhomogeneous"
Word details
Syllables
5
nonh · omog · eneo · us
Letters
14
n · o · n · h · o · m · o · g · e · n · e · o · u · s
Scrabble
20
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About the word “nonhomogeneous”
The word “nonhomogeneous” contains 5 syllables, divided as nonh · omog · eneo · us. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "nonhomogeneous" have?
"nonhomogeneous" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "nonhomogeneous" into syllables?
"nonhomogeneous" is divided into syllables as: nonh · omog · eneo · us.
What is the Scrabble score for "nonhomogeneous"?
The Scrabble score for "nonhomogeneous" is 20 points.
Using “nonhomogeneous” in writing
"nonhomogeneous" (nonh · omog · eneo · us) 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, “nonhomogeneous” 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.