How many syllables in “nonpayment”?
syllables in "nonpayment"
Word details
Syllables
3
non · pay · ment
Letters
10
n · o · n · p · a · y · m · e · n · t
Scrabble
17
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About the word “nonpayment”
The word “nonpayment” contains 3 syllables, divided as non · pay · ment. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "nonpayment" have?
"nonpayment" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "nonpayment" into syllables?
"nonpayment" is divided into syllables as: non · pay · ment.
What is the Scrabble score for "nonpayment"?
The Scrabble score for "nonpayment" is 17 points.
Using “nonpayment” in writing
Three-syllable words like "nonpayment" (non · pay · ment) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “nonpayment” 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.