How many syllables in “moat”?
syllable in "moat"
Word details
Syllables
1
moat
Letters
4
m · o · a · t
Scrabble
6
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “moat”
The word “moat” contains 1 syllable, divided as moat. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "moat" have?
"moat" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "moat" into syllables?
"moat" is divided into syllables as: moat.
What is the Scrabble score for "moat"?
The Scrabble score for "moat" is 6 points.
Using “moat” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "moat" carries strong natural stress and punchy impact. In haiku, it contributes one full syllable to the 5-7-5 structure. Monosyllabic words anchor lines in free verse and create emphasis when surrounded by longer words.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “moat” is worth 6 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 “moat”
The letters in “moat” can be rearranged to spell one other word: atom.