How many syllables in “oxhearts”?
syllables in "oxhearts"
Word details
Syllables
2
ox · hearts
Letters
8
o · x · h · e · a · r · t · s
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “oxhearts”
The word “oxhearts” contains 2 syllables, divided as ox · hearts. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "oxhearts" have?
"oxhearts" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "oxhearts" into syllables?
"oxhearts" is divided into syllables as: ox · hearts.
What is the Scrabble score for "oxhearts"?
The Scrabble score for "oxhearts" is 18 points.
Using “oxhearts” in writing
Two-syllable words like "oxhearts" (ox · hearts) 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, “oxhearts” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “oxhearts”
The letters in “oxhearts” can be rearranged to spell one other word: thoraxes.