How many syllables in “chatterboxes”?
syllables in "chatterboxes"
Word details
Syllables
3
chat · terb · oxes
Letters
12
c · h · a · t · t · e · r · b · o · x · e · s
Scrabble
26
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About the word “chatterboxes”
The word “chatterboxes” contains 3 syllables, divided as chat · terb · oxes. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "chatterboxes" have?
"chatterboxes" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "chatterboxes" into syllables?
"chatterboxes" is divided into syllables as: chat · terb · oxes.
What is the Scrabble score for "chatterboxes"?
The Scrabble score for "chatterboxes" is 26 points.
Using “chatterboxes” in writing
Three-syllable words like "chatterboxes" (chat · terb · oxes) 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, “chatterboxes” is worth 26 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.