How many syllables in “motorcycle”?
syllables in "motorcycle"
Word details
Syllables
5
mo · to · rc · yc · le
Letters
10
m · o · t · o · r · c · y · c · l · e
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “motorcycle”
The word “motorcycle” contains 5 syllables, divided as mo · to · rc · yc · le. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "motorcycle" have?
"motorcycle" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "motorcycle" into syllables?
"motorcycle" is divided into syllables as: mo · to · rc · yc · le.
What is the Scrabble score for "motorcycle"?
The Scrabble score for "motorcycle" is 19 points.
Using “motorcycle” in writing
"motorcycle" (mo · to · rc · yc · le) has five syllables — exactly one full line of a haiku's 5-7-5 structure. That means this single word could stand alone as the opening or closing line of a haiku. In longer verse, five-syllable words create a slow, deliberate pace.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “motorcycle” 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.