How many syllables in “nonmechanical”?
syllables in "nonmechanical"
Word details
Syllables
5
non · mec · ha · ni · cal
Letters
13
n · o · n · m · e · c · h · a · n · i · c · a · l
Scrabble
22
points
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About the word “nonmechanical”
The word “nonmechanical” contains 5 syllables, divided as non · mec · ha · ni · cal. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "nonmechanical" have?
"nonmechanical" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "nonmechanical" into syllables?
"nonmechanical" is divided into syllables as: non · mec · ha · ni · cal.
What is the Scrabble score for "nonmechanical"?
The Scrabble score for "nonmechanical" is 22 points.
Using “nonmechanical” in writing
"nonmechanical" (non · mec · ha · ni · cal) 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, “nonmechanical” is worth 22 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.