How many syllables in “morays”?
syllables in "morays"
Word details
Syllables
2
mo · rays
Letters
6
m · o · r · a · y · s
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “morays”
The word “morays” contains 2 syllables, divided as mo · rays. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "morays" have?
"morays" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "morays" into syllables?
"morays" is divided into syllables as: mo · rays.
What is the Scrabble score for "morays"?
The Scrabble score for "morays" is 11 points.
Using “morays” in writing
Two-syllable words like "morays" (mo · rays) 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, “morays” is worth 11 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 “morays”
The letters in “morays” can be rearranged to spell one other word: mayors.