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How many syllables in “motorless”?

3

syllables in "motorless"

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Word details

Syllables

3

mo · tor · less

Letters

9

m · o · t · o · r · l · e · s · s

Scrabble

11

points

Scrabble letter values

m3
o1
t1
o1
r1
l1
e1
s1
s1

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About the word “motorless

The word motorless contains 3 syllables, divided as mo · tor · less. It has 9 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "motorless" have?

"motorless" has 3 syllables.

How do you divide "motorless" into syllables?

"motorless" is divided into syllables as: mo · tor · less.

What is the Scrabble score for "motorless"?

The Scrabble score for "motorless" is 11 points.

Using “motorless” in writing

Three-syllable words like "motorless" (mo · tor · less) 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, motorless is worth 11 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.

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