How many syllables in “nonsecretory”?
syllables in "nonsecretory"
Word details
Syllables
5
non · se · cre · to · ry
Letters
12
n · o · n · s · e · c · r · e · t · o · r · y
Scrabble
17
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About the word “nonsecretory”
The word “nonsecretory” contains 5 syllables, divided as non · se · cre · to · ry. It has 12 letters.
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How many syllables does "nonsecretory" have?
"nonsecretory" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "nonsecretory" into syllables?
"nonsecretory" is divided into syllables as: non · se · cre · to · ry.
What is the Scrabble score for "nonsecretory"?
The Scrabble score for "nonsecretory" is 17 points.
Using “nonsecretory” in writing
"nonsecretory" (non · se · cre · to · ry) 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, “nonsecretory” 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.