How many syllables in “motormouth”?
syllables in "motormouth"
Word details
Syllables
3
mo · tor · mouth
Letters
10
m · o · t · o · r · m · o · u · t · h
Scrabble
17
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About the word “motormouth”
The word “motormouth” contains 3 syllables, divided as mo · tor · mouth. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "motormouth" have?
"motormouth" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "motormouth" into syllables?
"motormouth" is divided into syllables as: mo · tor · mouth.
What is the Scrabble score for "motormouth"?
The Scrabble score for "motormouth" is 17 points.
Using “motormouth” in writing
Three-syllable words like "motormouth" (mo · tor · mouth) 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, “motormouth” 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.