How many syllables in “moist”?
syllable in "moist"
Word details
Syllables
1
moist
Letters
5
m · o · i · s · t
Scrabble
7
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “moist”
The word “moist” contains 1 syllable, divided as moist. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "moist" have?
"moist" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "moist" into syllables?
"moist" is divided into syllables as: moist.
What is the Scrabble score for "moist"?
The Scrabble score for "moist" is 7 points.
Using “moist” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "moist" 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, “moist” 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 “moist”
The letters in “moist” can be rearranged to spell one other word: omits.