How many syllables in “doughboy”?
syllables in "doughboy"
Word details
Syllables
2
doug · hboy
Letters
8
d · o · u · g · h · b · o · y
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “doughboy”
The word “doughboy” contains 2 syllables, divided as doug · hboy. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "doughboy" have?
"doughboy" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "doughboy" into syllables?
"doughboy" is divided into syllables as: doug · hboy.
What is the Scrabble score for "doughboy"?
The Scrabble score for "doughboy" is 18 points.
Using “doughboy” in writing
Two-syllable words like "doughboy" (doug · hboy) 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, “doughboy” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.