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