How many syllables in “moistener”?
syllables in "moistener"
Word details
Syllables
3
moi · ste · ner
Letters
9
m · o · i · s · t · e · n · e · r
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “moistener”
The word “moistener” contains 3 syllables, divided as moi · ste · ner. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "moistener" have?
"moistener" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "moistener" into syllables?
"moistener" is divided into syllables as: moi · ste · ner.
What is the Scrabble score for "moistener"?
The Scrabble score for "moistener" is 11 points.
Using “moistener” in writing
Three-syllable words like "moistener" (moi · ste · ner) 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, “moistener” is worth 11 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.
Anagrams of “moistener”
The letters in “moistener” can be rearranged to spell one other word: remoisten.