How many syllables in “mothballed”?
syllables in "mothballed"
Word details
Syllables
2
mothb · alled
Letters
10
m · o · t · h · b · a · l · l · e · d
Scrabble
18
points
Scrabble letter values
Count another word
About the word “mothballed”
The word “mothballed” contains 2 syllables, divided as mothb · alled. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "mothballed" have?
"mothballed" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "mothballed" into syllables?
"mothballed" is divided into syllables as: mothb · alled.
What is the Scrabble score for "mothballed"?
The Scrabble score for "mothballed" is 18 points.
Using “mothballed” in writing
Two-syllable words like "mothballed" (mothb · alled) 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, “mothballed” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.