How many syllables in “amboyna”?
syllables in "amboyna"
Word details
Syllables
3
am · boy · na
Letters
7
a · m · b · o · y · n · a
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “amboyna”
The word “amboyna” contains 3 syllables, divided as am · boy · na. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "amboyna" have?
"amboyna" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "amboyna" into syllables?
"amboyna" is divided into syllables as: am · boy · na.
What is the Scrabble score for "amboyna"?
The Scrabble score for "amboyna" is 14 points.
Using “amboyna” in writing
Three-syllable words like "amboyna" (am · boy · na) 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, “amboyna” is worth 14 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.