How many syllables in “moody”?
syllables in "moody"
Word details
Syllables
2
moo · dy
Letters
5
m · o · o · d · y
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “moody”
The word “moody” contains 2 syllables, divided as moo · dy. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "moody" have?
"moody" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "moody" into syllables?
"moody" is divided into syllables as: moo · dy.
What is the Scrabble score for "moody"?
The Scrabble score for "moody" is 11 points.
Using “moody” in writing
Two-syllable words like "moody" (moo · dy) 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, “moody” 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 “moody”
The letters in “moody” can be rearranged to spell one other word: doomy.