How many syllables in “morgues”?
syllables in "morgues"
Word details
Syllables
2
mor · gues
Letters
7
m · o · r · g · u · e · s
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “morgues”
The word “morgues” contains 2 syllables, divided as mor · gues. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "morgues" have?
"morgues" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "morgues" into syllables?
"morgues" is divided into syllables as: mor · gues.
What is the Scrabble score for "morgues"?
The Scrabble score for "morgues" is 10 points.
Using “morgues” in writing
Two-syllable words like "morgues" (mor · gues) 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, “morgues” is worth 10 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 “morgues”
The letters in “morgues” can be rearranged to spell one other word: grumose.