How many syllables in “mollycoddle”?
syllables in "mollycoddle"
Word details
Syllables
5
mol · lyc · odd · le
Letters
11
m · o · l · l · y · c · o · d · d · l · e
Scrabble
20
points
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About the word “mollycoddle”
The word “mollycoddle” contains 5 syllables, divided as mol · lyc · odd · le. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "mollycoddle" have?
"mollycoddle" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "mollycoddle" into syllables?
"mollycoddle" is divided into syllables as: mol · lyc · odd · le.
What is the Scrabble score for "mollycoddle"?
The Scrabble score for "mollycoddle" is 20 points.
Using “mollycoddle” in writing
"mollycoddle" (mol · lyc · odd · le) has five syllables — exactly one full line of a haiku's 5-7-5 structure. That means this single word could stand alone as the opening or closing line of a haiku. In longer verse, five-syllable words create a slow, deliberate pace.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “mollycoddle” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.