How many syllables in “kickboxers”?
syllables in "kickboxers"
Word details
Syllables
3
kic · kbo · xers
Letters
10
k · i · c · k · b · o · x · e · r · s
Scrabble
29
points
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About the word “kickboxers”
The word “kickboxers” contains 3 syllables, divided as kic · kbo · xers. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "kickboxers" have?
"kickboxers" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "kickboxers" into syllables?
"kickboxers" is divided into syllables as: kic · kbo · xers.
What is the Scrabble score for "kickboxers"?
The Scrabble score for "kickboxers" is 29 points.
Using “kickboxers” in writing
Three-syllable words like "kickboxers" (kic · kbo · xers) 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, “kickboxers” 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.