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How many syllables in “sardonyxes”?

3

syllables in "sardonyxes"

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Word details

Syllables

3

sard · onyx · es

Letters

10

s · a · r · d · o · n · y · x · e · s

Scrabble

21

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Scrabble letter values

s1
a1
r1
d2
o1
n1
y4
x8
e1
s1

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About the word “sardonyxes

The word sardonyxes contains 3 syllables, divided as sard · onyx · es. It has 10 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "sardonyxes" have?

"sardonyxes" has 3 syllables.

How do you divide "sardonyxes" into syllables?

"sardonyxes" is divided into syllables as: sard · onyx · es.

What is the Scrabble score for "sardonyxes"?

The Scrabble score for "sardonyxes" is 21 points.

Using “sardonyxes” in writing

Three-syllable words like "sardonyxes" (sard · onyx · 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, sardonyxes 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.

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