How many syllables in “motes”?
syllables in "motes"
Word details
Syllables
2
mo · tes
Letters
5
m · o · t · e · s
Scrabble
7
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About the word “motes”
The word “motes” contains 2 syllables, divided as mo · tes. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "motes" have?
"motes" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "motes" into syllables?
"motes" is divided into syllables as: mo · tes.
What is the Scrabble score for "motes"?
The Scrabble score for "motes" is 7 points.
Using “motes” in writing
Two-syllable words like "motes" (mo · tes) 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, “motes” is worth 7 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “motes”
The letters in “motes” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: moste, smote, tomes.