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How many syllables in “moulding”?

2

syllables in "moulding"

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Word details

Syllables

2

moul · ding

Letters

8

m · o · u · l · d · i · n · g

Scrabble

12

points

Scrabble letter values

m3
o1
u1
l1
d2
i1
n1
g2

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About the word “moulding

The word moulding contains 2 syllables, divided as moul · ding. It has 8 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "moulding" have?

"moulding" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "moulding" into syllables?

"moulding" is divided into syllables as: moul · ding.

What is the Scrabble score for "moulding"?

The Scrabble score for "moulding" is 12 points.

Using “moulding” in writing

Two-syllable words like "moulding" (moul · ding) 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, moulding is worth 12 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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