How many syllables in “matchboxes”?
syllables in "matchboxes"
Word details
Syllables
2
match · boxes
Letters
10
m · a · t · c · h · b · o · x · e · s
Scrabble
26
points
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About the word “matchboxes”
The word “matchboxes” contains 2 syllables, divided as match · boxes. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "matchboxes" have?
"matchboxes" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "matchboxes" into syllables?
"matchboxes" is divided into syllables as: match · boxes.
What is the Scrabble score for "matchboxes"?
The Scrabble score for "matchboxes" is 26 points.
Using “matchboxes” in writing
Two-syllable words like "matchboxes" (match · boxes) 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, “matchboxes” is worth 26 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.