How many syllables in “moth”?
1
syllable in "moth"
moth
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Word details
Syllables
1
moth
Letters
4
m · o · t · h
Scrabble
9
points
Scrabble letter values
m3
o1
t1
h4
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About the word “moth”
The word “moth” contains 1 syllable, divided as moth. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "moth" have?
"moth" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "moth" into syllables?
"moth" is divided into syllables as: moth.
What is the Scrabble score for "moth"?
The Scrabble score for "moth" is 9 points.
Using “moth” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "moth" carries strong natural stress and punchy impact. In haiku, it contributes one full syllable to the 5-7-5 structure. Monosyllabic words anchor lines in free verse and create emphasis when surrounded by longer words.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “moth” 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.