How many syllables in “movies”?
syllables in "movies"
Word details
Syllables
2
mo · vies
Letters
6
m · o · v · i · e · s
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “movies”
The word “movies” contains 2 syllables, divided as mo · vies. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "movies" have?
"movies" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "movies" into syllables?
"movies" is divided into syllables as: mo · vies.
What is the Scrabble score for "movies"?
The Scrabble score for "movies" is 11 points.
Using “movies” in writing
Two-syllable words like "movies" (mo · vies) 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, “movies” is worth 11 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.