How many syllables in “moor”?
syllable in "moor"
Word details
Syllables
1
moor
Letters
4
m · o · o · r
Scrabble
6
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “moor”
The word “moor” contains 1 syllable, divided as moor. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "moor" have?
"moor" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "moor" into syllables?
"moor" is divided into syllables as: moor.
What is the Scrabble score for "moor"?
The Scrabble score for "moor" is 6 points.
Using “moor” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "moor" carries strong natural stress and punchy impact. In haiku, it contributes one full syllable to the 5-7-5 structure. Monosyllabic words anchor lines in free verse and create emphasis when surrounded by longer words.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “moor” is worth 6 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “moor”
The letters in “moor” can be rearranged to spell one other word: room.