How many syllables in “boggles”?
syllables in "boggles"
Word details
Syllables
2
bog · gles
Letters
7
b · o · g · g · l · e · s
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “boggles”
The word “boggles” contains 2 syllables, divided as bog · gles. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "boggles" have?
"boggles" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "boggles" into syllables?
"boggles" is divided into syllables as: bog · gles.
What is the Scrabble score for "boggles"?
The Scrabble score for "boggles" is 11 points.
Using “boggles” in writing
Two-syllable words like "boggles" (bog · gles) 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, “boggles” 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.