How many syllables in “nonstop”?
syllables in "nonstop"
Word details
Syllables
2
non · stop
Letters
7
n · o · n · s · t · o · p
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “nonstop”
The word “nonstop” contains 2 syllables, divided as non · stop. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "nonstop" have?
"nonstop" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "nonstop" into syllables?
"nonstop" is divided into syllables as: non · stop.
What is the Scrabble score for "nonstop"?
The Scrabble score for "nonstop" is 9 points.
Using “nonstop” in writing
Two-syllable words like "nonstop" (non · stop) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “nonstop” is worth 9 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.
Anagrams of “nonstop”
The letters in “nonstop” can be rearranged to spell one other word: pontons.