How many syllables in “mopey”?
syllables in "mopey"
Word details
Syllables
2
mo · pey
Letters
5
m · o · p · e · y
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “mopey”
The word “mopey” contains 2 syllables, divided as mo · pey. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "mopey" have?
"mopey" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "mopey" into syllables?
"mopey" is divided into syllables as: mo · pey.
What is the Scrabble score for "mopey"?
The Scrabble score for "mopey" is 12 points.
Using “mopey” in writing
Two-syllable words like "mopey" (mo · pey) 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, “mopey” is worth 12 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 “mopey”
The letters in “mopey” can be rearranged to spell one other word: myope.