How many syllables in “climaxes”?
syllables in "climaxes"
Word details
Syllables
2
clim · axes
Letters
8
c · l · i · m · a · x · e · s
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “climaxes”
The word “climaxes” contains 2 syllables, divided as clim · axes. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "climaxes" have?
"climaxes" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "climaxes" into syllables?
"climaxes" is divided into syllables as: clim · axes.
What is the Scrabble score for "climaxes"?
The Scrabble score for "climaxes" is 19 points.
Using “climaxes” in writing
Two-syllable words like "climaxes" (clim · axes) 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, “climaxes” 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.
Anagrams of “climaxes”
The letters in “climaxes” can be rearranged to spell one other word: exclaims.