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How many syllables in “nonrecourse”?

3

syllables in "nonrecourse"

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Word details

Syllables

3

nonr · ecou · rse

Letters

11

n · o · n · r · e · c · o · u · r · s · e

Scrabble

13

points

Scrabble letter values

n1
o1
n1
r1
e1
c3
o1
u1
r1
s1
e1

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About the word “nonrecourse

The word nonrecourse contains 3 syllables, divided as nonr · ecou · rse. It has 11 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "nonrecourse" have?

"nonrecourse" has 3 syllables.

How do you divide "nonrecourse" into syllables?

"nonrecourse" is divided into syllables as: nonr · ecou · rse.

What is the Scrabble score for "nonrecourse"?

The Scrabble score for "nonrecourse" is 13 points.

Using “nonrecourse” in writing

Three-syllable words like "nonrecourse" (nonr · ecou · rse) 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, nonrecourse is worth 13 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.

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