How many syllables in “highboys”?
syllables in "highboys"
Word details
Syllables
2
hig · hboys
Letters
8
h · i · g · h · b · o · y · s
Scrabble
20
points
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About the word “highboys”
The word “highboys” contains 2 syllables, divided as hig · hboys. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "highboys" have?
"highboys" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "highboys" into syllables?
"highboys" is divided into syllables as: hig · hboys.
What is the Scrabble score for "highboys"?
The Scrabble score for "highboys" is 20 points.
Using “highboys” in writing
Two-syllable words like "highboys" (hig · hboys) 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, “highboys” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.