How many syllables in “boyfriends”?
syllables in "boyfriends"
Word details
Syllables
2
boy · friends
Letters
10
b · o · y · f · r · i · e · n · d · s
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “boyfriends”
The word “boyfriends” contains 2 syllables, divided as boy · friends. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "boyfriends" have?
"boyfriends" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "boyfriends" into syllables?
"boyfriends" is divided into syllables as: boy · friends.
What is the Scrabble score for "boyfriends"?
The Scrabble score for "boyfriends" is 19 points.
Using “boyfriends” in writing
Two-syllable words like "boyfriends" (boy · friends) 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, “boyfriends” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.