How many syllables in “nonprofessional”?
syllables in "nonprofessional"
Word details
Syllables
5
nonp · rofe · ssio · nal
Letters
15
n · o · n · p · r · o · f · e · s · s · i · o · n · a · l
Scrabble
20
points
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About the word “nonprofessional”
The word “nonprofessional” contains 5 syllables, divided as nonp · rofe · ssio · nal. It has 15 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "nonprofessional" have?
"nonprofessional" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "nonprofessional" into syllables?
"nonprofessional" is divided into syllables as: nonp · rofe · ssio · nal.
What is the Scrabble score for "nonprofessional"?
The Scrabble score for "nonprofessional" is 20 points.
Using “nonprofessional” in writing
"nonprofessional" (nonp · rofe · ssio · nal) 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, “nonprofessional” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.