How many syllables in “mudstone”?
syllables in "mudstone"
Word details
Syllables
2
muds · tone
Letters
8
m · u · d · s · t · o · n · e
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “mudstone”
The word “mudstone” contains 2 syllables, divided as muds · tone. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "mudstone" have?
"mudstone" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "mudstone" into syllables?
"mudstone" is divided into syllables as: muds · tone.
What is the Scrabble score for "mudstone"?
The Scrabble score for "mudstone" is 11 points.
Using “mudstone” in writing
Two-syllable words like "mudstone" (muds · tone) 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, “mudstone” 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.
Anagrams of “mudstone”
The letters in “mudstone” can be rearranged to spell one other word: demounts.