How many syllables in “moisture”?
syllables in "moisture"
Word details
Syllables
2
mois · ture
Letters
8
m · o · i · s · t · u · r · e
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “moisture”
The word “moisture” contains 2 syllables, divided as mois · ture. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "moisture" have?
"moisture" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "moisture" into syllables?
"moisture" is divided into syllables as: mois · ture.
What is the Scrabble score for "moisture"?
The Scrabble score for "moisture" is 10 points.
Using “moisture” in writing
Two-syllable words like "moisture" (mois · ture) 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, “moisture” is worth 10 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 “moisture”
The letters in “moisture” can be rearranged to spell one other word: misroute.