How many syllables in “motherlands”?
syllables in "motherlands"
Word details
Syllables
3
mot · her · lands
Letters
11
m · o · t · h · e · r · l · a · n · d · s
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “motherlands”
The word “motherlands” contains 3 syllables, divided as mot · her · lands. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "motherlands" have?
"motherlands" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "motherlands" into syllables?
"motherlands" is divided into syllables as: mot · her · lands.
What is the Scrabble score for "motherlands"?
The Scrabble score for "motherlands" is 17 points.
Using “motherlands” in writing
Three-syllable words like "motherlands" (mot · her · lands) 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, “motherlands” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.