How many syllables in “mouthpiece”?
syllables in "mouthpiece"
Word details
Syllables
2
mouth · piece
Letters
10
m · o · u · t · h · p · i · e · c · e
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “mouthpiece”
The word “mouthpiece” contains 2 syllables, divided as mouth · piece. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "mouthpiece" have?
"mouthpiece" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "mouthpiece" into syllables?
"mouthpiece" is divided into syllables as: mouth · piece.
What is the Scrabble score for "mouthpiece"?
The Scrabble score for "mouthpiece" is 19 points.
Using “mouthpiece” in writing
Two-syllable words like "mouthpiece" (mouth · piece) 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, “mouthpiece” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.