How many syllables in “moxie”?
syllables in "moxie"
Word details
Syllables
2
mo · xie
Letters
5
m · o · x · i · e
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “moxie”
The word “moxie” contains 2 syllables, divided as mo · xie. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "moxie" have?
"moxie" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "moxie" into syllables?
"moxie" is divided into syllables as: mo · xie.
What is the Scrabble score for "moxie"?
The Scrabble score for "moxie" is 14 points.
Using “moxie” in writing
Two-syllable words like "moxie" (mo · xie) 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, “moxie” is worth 14 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.
Anagrams of “moxie”
The letters in “moxie” can be rearranged to spell one other word: oxime.