How many syllables in “orthodoxes”?
syllables in "orthodoxes"
Word details
Syllables
3
orth · odox · es
Letters
10
o · r · t · h · o · d · o · x · e · s
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “orthodoxes”
The word “orthodoxes” contains 3 syllables, divided as orth · odox · es. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "orthodoxes" have?
"orthodoxes" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "orthodoxes" into syllables?
"orthodoxes" is divided into syllables as: orth · odox · es.
What is the Scrabble score for "orthodoxes"?
The Scrabble score for "orthodoxes" is 21 points.
Using “orthodoxes” in writing
Three-syllable words like "orthodoxes" (orth · odox · es) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “orthodoxes” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.