How many syllables in “flamboyants”?
syllables in "flamboyants"
Word details
Syllables
2
flam · boyants
Letters
11
f · l · a · m · b · o · y · a · n · t · s
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “flamboyants”
The word “flamboyants” contains 2 syllables, divided as flam · boyants. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "flamboyants" have?
"flamboyants" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "flamboyants" into syllables?
"flamboyants" is divided into syllables as: flam · boyants.
What is the Scrabble score for "flamboyants"?
The Scrabble score for "flamboyants" is 21 points.
Using “flamboyants” in writing
Two-syllable words like "flamboyants" (flam · boyants) 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, “flamboyants” 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.