How many syllables in “nonwhites”?
syllables in "nonwhites"
Word details
Syllables
3
non · whi · tes
Letters
9
n · o · n · w · h · i · t · e · s
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “nonwhites”
The word “nonwhites” contains 3 syllables, divided as non · whi · tes. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "nonwhites" have?
"nonwhites" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "nonwhites" into syllables?
"nonwhites" is divided into syllables as: non · whi · tes.
What is the Scrabble score for "nonwhites"?
The Scrabble score for "nonwhites" is 15 points.
Using “nonwhites” in writing
Three-syllable words like "nonwhites" (non · whi · tes) 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, “nonwhites” 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.
Anagrams of “nonwhites”
The letters in “nonwhites” can be rearranged to spell one other word: whinstone.