How many syllables in “molten”?
syllables in "molten"
Word details
Syllables
2
mol · ten
Letters
6
m · o · l · t · e · n
Scrabble
8
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About the word “molten”
The word “molten” contains 2 syllables, divided as mol · ten. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "molten" have?
"molten" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "molten" into syllables?
"molten" is divided into syllables as: mol · ten.
What is the Scrabble score for "molten"?
The Scrabble score for "molten" is 8 points.
Using “molten” in writing
Two-syllable words like "molten" (mol · ten) 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, “molten” is worth 8 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 “molten”
The letters in “molten” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: loment, melton.