How many syllables in “nonmunicipal”?
syllables in "nonmunicipal"
Word details
Syllables
5
non · mu · ni · ci · pal
Letters
12
n · o · n · m · u · n · i · c · i · p · a · l
Scrabble
18
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About the word “nonmunicipal”
The word “nonmunicipal” contains 5 syllables, divided as non · mu · ni · ci · pal. It has 12 letters.
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How many syllables does "nonmunicipal" have?
"nonmunicipal" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "nonmunicipal" into syllables?
"nonmunicipal" is divided into syllables as: non · mu · ni · ci · pal.
What is the Scrabble score for "nonmunicipal"?
The Scrabble score for "nonmunicipal" is 18 points.
Using “nonmunicipal” in writing
"nonmunicipal" (non · mu · ni · ci · pal) 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, “nonmunicipal” 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.