How many syllables in “oxime”?
syllables in "oxime"
Word details
Syllables
2
oxi · me
Letters
5
o · x · i · m · e
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “oxime”
The word “oxime” contains 2 syllables, divided as oxi · me. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "oxime" have?
"oxime" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "oxime" into syllables?
"oxime" is divided into syllables as: oxi · me.
What is the Scrabble score for "oxime"?
The Scrabble score for "oxime" is 14 points.
Using “oxime” in writing
Two-syllable words like "oxime" (oxi · me) 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, “oxime” is worth 14 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 “oxime”
The letters in “oxime” can be rearranged to spell one other word: moxie.