How many syllables in “moral”?
syllables in "moral"
Word details
Syllables
2
mo · ral
Letters
5
m · o · r · a · l
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “moral”
The word “moral” contains 2 syllables, divided as mo · ral. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "moral" have?
"moral" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "moral" into syllables?
"moral" is divided into syllables as: mo · ral.
What is the Scrabble score for "moral"?
The Scrabble score for "moral" is 7 points.
Using “moral” in writing
Two-syllable words like "moral" (mo · ral) 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, “moral” 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.
Anagrams of “moral”
The letters in “moral” can be rearranged to spell one other word: molar.