How many syllables in “codex”?
syllables in "codex"
Word details
Syllables
2
co · dex
Letters
5
c · o · d · e · x
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “codex”
The word “codex” contains 2 syllables, divided as co · dex. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "codex" have?
"codex" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "codex" into syllables?
"codex" is divided into syllables as: co · dex.
What is the Scrabble score for "codex"?
The Scrabble score for "codex" is 15 points.
Using “codex” in writing
Two-syllable words like "codex" (co · dex) 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, “codex” is worth 15 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 “codex”
The letters in “codex” can be rearranged to spell one other word: coxed.