How many syllables in “mothballing”?
syllables in "mothballing"
Word details
Syllables
3
mot · hbal · ling
Letters
11
m · o · t · h · b · a · l · l · i · n · g
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “mothballing”
The word “mothballing” contains 3 syllables, divided as mot · hbal · ling. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "mothballing" have?
"mothballing" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "mothballing" into syllables?
"mothballing" is divided into syllables as: mot · hbal · ling.
What is the Scrabble score for "mothballing"?
The Scrabble score for "mothballing" is 19 points.
Using “mothballing” in writing
Three-syllable words like "mothballing" (mot · hbal · ling) 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, “mothballing” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.