How many syllables in “jukeboxes”?
syllables in "jukeboxes"
Word details
Syllables
3
juk · ebo · xes
Letters
9
j · u · k · e · b · o · x · e · s
Scrabble
29
points
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About the word “jukeboxes”
The word “jukeboxes” contains 3 syllables, divided as juk · ebo · xes. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "jukeboxes" have?
"jukeboxes" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "jukeboxes" into syllables?
"jukeboxes" is divided into syllables as: juk · ebo · xes.
What is the Scrabble score for "jukeboxes"?
The Scrabble score for "jukeboxes" is 29 points.
Using “jukeboxes” in writing
Three-syllable words like "jukeboxes" (juk · ebo · xes) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “jukeboxes” is worth 29 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.