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How many syllables in “mottles”?

2

syllables in "mottles"

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Word details

Syllables

2

mot · tles

Letters

7

m · o · t · t · l · e · s

Scrabble

9

points

Scrabble letter values

m3
o1
t1
t1
l1
e1
s1

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About the word “mottles

The word mottles contains 2 syllables, divided as mot · tles. It has 7 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "mottles" have?

"mottles" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "mottles" into syllables?

"mottles" is divided into syllables as: mot · tles.

What is the Scrabble score for "mottles"?

The Scrabble score for "mottles" is 9 points.

Using “mottles” in writing

Two-syllable words like "mottles" (mot · tles) 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, mottles is worth 9 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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