How many syllables in “feedboxes”?
syllables in "feedboxes"
Word details
Syllables
2
feedb · oxes
Letters
9
f · e · e · d · b · o · x · e · s
Scrabble
22
points
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About the word “feedboxes”
The word “feedboxes” contains 2 syllables, divided as feedb · oxes. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "feedboxes" have?
"feedboxes" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "feedboxes" into syllables?
"feedboxes" is divided into syllables as: feedb · oxes.
What is the Scrabble score for "feedboxes"?
The Scrabble score for "feedboxes" is 22 points.
Using “feedboxes” in writing
Two-syllable words like "feedboxes" (feedb · oxes) 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, “feedboxes” is worth 22 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.