How many syllables in “fourplexes”?
syllables in "fourplexes"
Word details
Syllables
2
fourp · lexes
Letters
10
f · o · u · r · p · l · e · x · e · s
Scrabble
22
points
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About the word “fourplexes”
The word “fourplexes” contains 2 syllables, divided as fourp · lexes. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "fourplexes" have?
"fourplexes" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "fourplexes" into syllables?
"fourplexes" is divided into syllables as: fourp · lexes.
What is the Scrabble score for "fourplexes"?
The Scrabble score for "fourplexes" is 22 points.
Using “fourplexes” in writing
Two-syllable words like "fourplexes" (fourp · lexes) 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, “fourplexes” 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.