How many syllables in “nonmalleable”?
syllables in "nonmalleable"
Word details
Syllables
5
non · mal · lea · ble
Letters
12
n · o · n · m · a · l · l · e · a · b · l · e
Scrabble
16
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About the word “nonmalleable”
The word “nonmalleable” contains 5 syllables, divided as non · mal · lea · ble. It has 12 letters.
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How many syllables does "nonmalleable" have?
"nonmalleable" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "nonmalleable" into syllables?
"nonmalleable" is divided into syllables as: non · mal · lea · ble.
What is the Scrabble score for "nonmalleable"?
The Scrabble score for "nonmalleable" is 16 points.
Using “nonmalleable” in writing
"nonmalleable" (non · mal · lea · 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, “nonmalleable” 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.