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How many syllables in “effluxes”?

2

syllables in "effluxes"

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Word details

Syllables

2

effl · uxes

Letters

8

e · f · f · l · u · x · e · s

Scrabble

21

points

Scrabble letter values

e1
f4
f4
l1
u1
x8
e1
s1

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About the word “effluxes

The word effluxes contains 2 syllables, divided as effl · uxes. It has 8 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "effluxes" have?

"effluxes" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "effluxes" into syllables?

"effluxes" is divided into syllables as: effl · uxes.

What is the Scrabble score for "effluxes"?

The Scrabble score for "effluxes" is 21 points.

Using “effluxes” in writing

Two-syllable words like "effluxes" (effl · uxes) 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, effluxes is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.

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