How many syllables in “ox”?
1
syllable in "ox"
ox
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Word details
Syllables
1
ox
Letters
2
o · x
Scrabble
9
points
Scrabble letter values
o1
x8
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About the word “ox”
The word “ox” contains 1 syllable, divided as ox. It has 2 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ox" have?
"ox" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "ox" into syllables?
"ox" is divided into syllables as: ox.
What is the Scrabble score for "ox"?
The Scrabble score for "ox" is 9 points.
Using “ox” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "ox" carries strong natural stress and punchy impact. In haiku, it contributes one full syllable to the 5-7-5 structure. Monosyllabic words anchor lines in free verse and create emphasis when surrounded by longer words.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “ox” is worth 9 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.