How many syllables in “nonnecessities”?
syllables in "nonnecessities"
Word details
Syllables
5
non · ne · ces · si · ties
Letters
14
n · o · n · n · e · c · e · s · s · i · t · i · e · s
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “nonnecessities”
The word “nonnecessities” contains 5 syllables, divided as non · ne · ces · si · ties. It has 14 letters.
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How many syllables does "nonnecessities" have?
"nonnecessities" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "nonnecessities" into syllables?
"nonnecessities" is divided into syllables as: non · ne · ces · si · ties.
What is the Scrabble score for "nonnecessities"?
The Scrabble score for "nonnecessities" is 16 points.
Using “nonnecessities” in writing
"nonnecessities" (non · ne · ces · si · ties) 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, “nonnecessities” 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.