To pronounce "non-word", say NONW-ord — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.
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"non-word" has 2 syllables: nonw-ord.
noun
"Non-word" has 2 syllables: nonw · ord.
Non-word: Any sequence of sounds or letters which is not considered to be a word.
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