How many syllables in “index”?
syllables in "index"
Word details
Syllables
2
in · dex
Letters
5
i · n · d · e · x
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “index”
The word “index” contains 2 syllables, divided as in · dex. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "index" have?
"index" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "index" into syllables?
"index" is divided into syllables as: in · dex.
What is the Scrabble score for "index"?
The Scrabble score for "index" is 13 points.
Using “index” in writing
Two-syllable words like "index" (in · dex) 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, “index” is worth 13 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.
Anagrams of “index”
The letters in “index” can be rearranged to spell one other word: nixed.