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How many syllables in “morae”?

2

syllables in "morae"

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Word details

Syllables

2

mo · rae

Letters

5

m · o · r · a · e

Scrabble

7

points

Scrabble letter values

m3
o1
r1
a1
e1

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About the word “morae

The word morae contains 2 syllables, divided as mo · rae. It has 5 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "morae" have?

"morae" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "morae" into syllables?

"morae" is divided into syllables as: mo · rae.

What is the Scrabble score for "morae"?

The Scrabble score for "morae" is 7 points.

Using “morae” in writing

Two-syllable words like "morae" (mo · rae) 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, morae is worth 7 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.

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