How many syllables in “boondoggles”?
syllables in "boondoggles"
Word details
Syllables
3
boon · dog · gles
Letters
11
b · o · o · n · d · o · g · g · l · e · s
Scrabble
16
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About the word “boondoggles”
The word “boondoggles” contains 3 syllables, divided as boon · dog · gles. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "boondoggles" have?
"boondoggles" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "boondoggles" into syllables?
"boondoggles" is divided into syllables as: boon · dog · gles.
What is the Scrabble score for "boondoggles"?
The Scrabble score for "boondoggles" is 16 points.
Using “boondoggles” in writing
Three-syllable words like "boondoggles" (boon · dog · gles) 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, “boondoggles” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.