How many syllables in “lockboxes”?
syllables in "lockboxes"
Word details
Syllables
2
lockb · oxes
Letters
9
l · o · c · k · b · o · x · e · s
Scrabble
24
points
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About the word “lockboxes”
The word “lockboxes” contains 2 syllables, divided as lockb · oxes. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "lockboxes" have?
"lockboxes" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "lockboxes" into syllables?
"lockboxes" is divided into syllables as: lockb · oxes.
What is the Scrabble score for "lockboxes"?
The Scrabble score for "lockboxes" is 24 points.
Using “lockboxes” in writing
Two-syllable words like "lockboxes" (lockb · oxes) 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, “lockboxes” is worth 24 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.