How many syllables in “mailboxes”?
syllables in "mailboxes"
Word details
Syllables
2
mailb · oxes
Letters
9
m · a · i · l · b · o · x · e · s
Scrabble
20
points
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About the word “mailboxes”
The word “mailboxes” contains 2 syllables, divided as mailb · oxes. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "mailboxes" have?
"mailboxes" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "mailboxes" into syllables?
"mailboxes" is divided into syllables as: mailb · oxes.
What is the Scrabble score for "mailboxes"?
The Scrabble score for "mailboxes" is 20 points.
Using “mailboxes” in writing
Two-syllable words like "mailboxes" (mailb · 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, “mailboxes” 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.