How many syllables in “bollixes”?
syllables in "bollixes"
Word details
Syllables
2
boll · ixes
Letters
8
b · o · l · l · i · x · e · s
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “bollixes”
The word “bollixes” contains 2 syllables, divided as boll · ixes. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "bollixes" have?
"bollixes" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "bollixes" into syllables?
"bollixes" is divided into syllables as: boll · ixes.
What is the Scrabble score for "bollixes"?
The Scrabble score for "bollixes" is 17 points.
Using “bollixes” in writing
Two-syllable words like "bollixes" (boll · ixes) 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, “bollixes” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.