How many syllables in “morphines”?
syllables in "morphines"
Word details
Syllables
3
mor · phi · nes
Letters
9
m · o · r · p · h · i · n · e · s
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “morphines”
The word “morphines” contains 3 syllables, divided as mor · phi · nes. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "morphines" have?
"morphines" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "morphines" into syllables?
"morphines" is divided into syllables as: mor · phi · nes.
What is the Scrabble score for "morphines"?
The Scrabble score for "morphines" is 16 points.
Using “morphines” in writing
Three-syllable words like "morphines" (mor · phi · nes) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “morphines” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “morphines”
The letters in “morphines” can be rearranged to spell one other word: premonish.