How many syllables in “nonnecessity”?
syllables in "nonnecessity"
Word details
Syllables
5
non · ne · ces · si · ty
Letters
12
n · o · n · n · e · c · e · s · s · i · t · y
Scrabble
17
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About the word “nonnecessity”
The word “nonnecessity” contains 5 syllables, divided as non · ne · ces · si · ty. It has 12 letters.
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How many syllables does "nonnecessity" have?
"nonnecessity" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "nonnecessity" into syllables?
"nonnecessity" is divided into syllables as: non · ne · ces · si · ty.
What is the Scrabble score for "nonnecessity"?
The Scrabble score for "nonnecessity" is 17 points.
Using “nonnecessity” in writing
"nonnecessity" (non · ne · ces · si · ty) 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, “nonnecessity” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.