How many syllables in “oxen”?
syllables in "oxen"
Word details
Syllables
2
o · xen
Letters
4
o · x · e · n
Scrabble
11
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “oxen”
The word “oxen” contains 2 syllables, divided as o · xen. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "oxen" have?
"oxen" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "oxen" into syllables?
"oxen" is divided into syllables as: o · xen.
What is the Scrabble score for "oxen"?
The Scrabble score for "oxen" is 11 points.
Using “oxen” in writing
Two-syllable words like "oxen" (o · xen) 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, “oxen” is worth 11 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 “oxen”
The letters in “oxen” can be rearranged to spell one other word: exon.