How many syllables in “notum”?
syllables in "notum"
Word details
Syllables
2
no · tum
Letters
5
n · o · t · u · m
Scrabble
7
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About the word “notum”
The word “notum” contains 2 syllables, divided as no · tum. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "notum" have?
"notum" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "notum" into syllables?
"notum" is divided into syllables as: no · tum.
What is the Scrabble score for "notum"?
The Scrabble score for "notum" is 7 points.
Using “notum” in writing
Two-syllable words like "notum" (no · tum) 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, “notum” is worth 7 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “notum”
The letters in “notum” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: mount, muton.