How many syllables in “mopes”?
syllables in "mopes"
Word details
Syllables
2
mo · pes
Letters
5
m · o · p · e · s
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “mopes”
The word “mopes” contains 2 syllables, divided as mo · pes. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "mopes" have?
"mopes" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "mopes" into syllables?
"mopes" is divided into syllables as: mo · pes.
What is the Scrabble score for "mopes"?
The Scrabble score for "mopes" is 9 points.
Using “mopes” in writing
Two-syllable words like "mopes" (mo · pes) 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, “mopes” is worth 9 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 “mopes”
The letters in “mopes” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: poems, pomes.