How many syllables in “athirst”?
syllables in "athirst"
Word details
Syllables
2
at · hirst
Letters
7
a · t · h · i · r · s · t
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “athirst”
The word “athirst” contains 2 syllables, divided as at · hirst. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "athirst" have?
"athirst" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "athirst" into syllables?
"athirst" is divided into syllables as: at · hirst.
What is the Scrabble score for "athirst"?
The Scrabble score for "athirst" is 10 points.
Using “athirst” in writing
Two-syllable words like "athirst" (at · hirst) 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, “athirst” is worth 10 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 “athirst”
The letters in “athirst” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: rattish, tartish.