How many syllables in “snuffboxes”?
syllables in "snuffboxes"
Word details
Syllables
2
snuff · boxes
Letters
10
s · n · u · f · f · b · o · x · e · s
Scrabble
25
points
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About the word “snuffboxes”
The word “snuffboxes” contains 2 syllables, divided as snuff · boxes. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "snuffboxes" have?
"snuffboxes" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "snuffboxes" into syllables?
"snuffboxes" is divided into syllables as: snuff · boxes.
What is the Scrabble score for "snuffboxes"?
The Scrabble score for "snuffboxes" is 25 points.
Using “snuffboxes” in writing
Two-syllable words like "snuffboxes" (snuff · boxes) 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, “snuffboxes” is worth 25 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.