How many syllables in “nonnitrogenous”?
syllables in "nonnitrogenous"
Word details
Syllables
5
non · ni · tro · ge · nous
Letters
14
n · o · n · n · i · t · r · o · g · e · n · o · u · s
Scrabble
15
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About the word “nonnitrogenous”
The word “nonnitrogenous” contains 5 syllables, divided as non · ni · tro · ge · nous. It has 14 letters.
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How many syllables does "nonnitrogenous" have?
"nonnitrogenous" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "nonnitrogenous" into syllables?
"nonnitrogenous" is divided into syllables as: non · ni · tro · ge · nous.
What is the Scrabble score for "nonnitrogenous"?
The Scrabble score for "nonnitrogenous" is 15 points.
Using “nonnitrogenous” in writing
"nonnitrogenous" (non · ni · tro · ge · nous) 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, “nonnitrogenous” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.