How many syllables in “morose”?
syllables in "morose"
Word details
Syllables
2
mor · ose
Letters
6
m · o · r · o · s · e
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “morose”
The word “morose” contains 2 syllables, divided as mor · ose. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "morose" have?
"morose" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "morose" into syllables?
"morose" is divided into syllables as: mor · ose.
What is the Scrabble score for "morose"?
The Scrabble score for "morose" is 8 points.
Using “morose” in writing
Two-syllable words like "morose" (mor · ose) 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, “morose” is worth 8 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 “morose”
The letters in “morose” can be rearranged to spell one other word: romeos.