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How many syllables in “morulae”?

3

syllables in "morulae"

morulae
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Word details

Syllables

3

mo · ru · lae

Letters

7

m · o · r · u · l · a · e

Scrabble

9

points

Scrabble letter values

m3
o1
r1
u1
l1
a1
e1

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About the word “morulae

The word morulae contains 3 syllables, divided as mo · ru · lae. It has 7 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "morulae" have?

"morulae" has 3 syllables.

How do you divide "morulae" into syllables?

"morulae" is divided into syllables as: mo · ru · lae.

What is the Scrabble score for "morulae"?

The Scrabble score for "morulae" is 9 points.

Using “morulae” in writing

Three-syllable words like "morulae" (mo · ru · lae) 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, morulae is worth 9 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.

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