How many syllables in “motte”?
syllable in "motte"
Word details
Syllables
1
motte
Letters
5
m · o · t · t · e
Scrabble
7
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “motte”
The word “motte” contains 1 syllable, divided as motte. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "motte" have?
"motte" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "motte" into syllables?
"motte" is divided into syllables as: motte.
What is the Scrabble score for "motte"?
The Scrabble score for "motte" is 7 points.
Using “motte” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "motte" carries strong natural stress and punchy impact. In haiku, it contributes one full syllable to the 5-7-5 structure. Monosyllabic words anchor lines in free verse and create emphasis when surrounded by longer words.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “motte” is worth 7 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “motte”
The letters in “motte” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: motet, totem.