How many syllables in “nontraditional”?
syllables in "nontraditional"
Word details
Syllables
5
nont · radi · tion · al
Letters
14
n · o · n · t · r · a · d · i · t · i · o · n · a · l
Scrabble
15
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About the word “nontraditional”
The word “nontraditional” contains 5 syllables, divided as nont · radi · tion · al. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "nontraditional" have?
"nontraditional" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "nontraditional" into syllables?
"nontraditional" is divided into syllables as: nont · radi · tion · al.
What is the Scrabble score for "nontraditional"?
The Scrabble score for "nontraditional" is 15 points.
Using “nontraditional” in writing
"nontraditional" (nont · radi · tion · al) 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, “nontraditional” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.