How many syllables in “nonintellectuals”?
syllables in "nonintellectuals"
Word details
Syllables
5
no · nin · tel · lec · tuals
Letters
16
n · o · n · i · n · t · e · l · l · e · c · t · u · a · l · s
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “nonintellectuals”
The word “nonintellectuals” contains 5 syllables, divided as no · nin · tel · lec · tuals. It has 16 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "nonintellectuals" have?
"nonintellectuals" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "nonintellectuals" into syllables?
"nonintellectuals" is divided into syllables as: no · nin · tel · lec · tuals.
What is the Scrabble score for "nonintellectuals"?
The Scrabble score for "nonintellectuals" is 18 points.
Using “nonintellectuals” in writing
"nonintellectuals" (no · nin · tel · lec · tuals) 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, “nonintellectuals” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.