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How many syllables in “muzzles”?

2

syllables in "muzzles"

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Word details

Syllables

2

muz · zles

Letters

7

m · u · z · z · l · e · s

Scrabble

27

points

Scrabble letter values

m3
u1
z10
z10
l1
e1
s1

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About the word “muzzles

The word muzzles contains 2 syllables, divided as muz · zles. It has 7 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "muzzles" have?

"muzzles" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "muzzles" into syllables?

"muzzles" is divided into syllables as: muz · zles.

What is the Scrabble score for "muzzles"?

The Scrabble score for "muzzles" is 27 points.

Using “muzzles” in writing

Two-syllable words like "muzzles" (muz · zles) 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, muzzles is worth 27 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.

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