How many syllables in “mothers”?
syllables in "mothers"
Word details
Syllables
2
mot · hers
Letters
7
m · o · t · h · e · r · s
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “mothers”
The word “mothers” contains 2 syllables, divided as mot · hers. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "mothers" have?
"mothers" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "mothers" into syllables?
"mothers" is divided into syllables as: mot · hers.
What is the Scrabble score for "mothers"?
The Scrabble score for "mothers" is 12 points.
Using “mothers” in writing
Two-syllable words like "mothers" (mot · hers) 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, “mothers” is worth 12 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.
Anagrams of “mothers”
The letters in “mothers” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: smother, thermos.