How many syllables in “breadboxes”?
syllables in "breadboxes"
Word details
Syllables
2
bread · boxes
Letters
10
b · r · e · a · d · b · o · x · e · s
Scrabble
22
points
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About the word “breadboxes”
The word “breadboxes” contains 2 syllables, divided as bread · boxes. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "breadboxes" have?
"breadboxes" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "breadboxes" into syllables?
"breadboxes" is divided into syllables as: bread · boxes.
What is the Scrabble score for "breadboxes"?
The Scrabble score for "breadboxes" is 22 points.
Using “breadboxes” in writing
Two-syllable words like "breadboxes" (bread · boxes) 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, “breadboxes” is worth 22 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.