How many syllables in “moonstone”?
syllables in "moonstone"
Word details
Syllables
2
moons · tone
Letters
9
m · o · o · n · s · t · o · n · e
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “moonstone”
The word “moonstone” contains 2 syllables, divided as moons · tone. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "moonstone" have?
"moonstone" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "moonstone" into syllables?
"moonstone" is divided into syllables as: moons · tone.
What is the Scrabble score for "moonstone"?
The Scrabble score for "moonstone" is 11 points.
Using “moonstone” in writing
Two-syllable words like "moonstone" (moons · tone) 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, “moonstone” 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 “moonstone”
The letters in “moonstone” can be rearranged to spell one other word: monotones.