How many syllables in “moviegoers”?
syllables in "moviegoers"
Word details
Syllables
3
mo · vie · goers
Letters
10
m · o · v · i · e · g · o · e · r · s
Scrabble
16
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About the word “moviegoers”
The word “moviegoers” contains 3 syllables, divided as mo · vie · goers. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "moviegoers" have?
"moviegoers" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "moviegoers" into syllables?
"moviegoers" is divided into syllables as: mo · vie · goers.
What is the Scrabble score for "moviegoers"?
The Scrabble score for "moviegoers" is 16 points.
Using “moviegoers” in writing
Three-syllable words like "moviegoers" (mo · vie · goers) 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, “moviegoers” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.