How many syllables in “theirs”?
1
syllable in "theirs"
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Word details
Syllables
1
theirs
Letters
6
t · h · e · i · r · s
Scrabble
9
points
Scrabble letter values
t1
h4
e1
i1
r1
s1
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About the word “theirs”
The word “theirs” contains 1 syllable, divided as theirs. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "theirs" have?
"theirs" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "theirs" into syllables?
"theirs" is divided into syllables as: theirs.
What is the Scrabble score for "theirs"?
The Scrabble score for "theirs" is 9 points.
Using “theirs” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "theirs" carries strong natural stress and punchy impact. In haiku, it contributes one full syllable to the 5-7-5 structure. Monosyllabic words anchor lines in free verse and create emphasis when surrounded by longer words.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “theirs” is worth 9 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.