How many syllables in “theirselves”?
syllables in "theirselves"
Word details
Syllables
3
their · sel · ves
Letters
11
t · h · e · i · r · s · e · l · v · e · s
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “theirselves”
The word “theirselves” contains 3 syllables, divided as their · sel · ves. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "theirselves" have?
"theirselves" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "theirselves" into syllables?
"theirselves" is divided into syllables as: their · sel · ves.
What is the Scrabble score for "theirselves"?
The Scrabble score for "theirselves" is 17 points.
Using “theirselves” in writing
Three-syllable words like "theirselves" (their · sel · ves) 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, “theirselves” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “theirselves”
The letters in “theirselves” can be rearranged to spell one other word: shirtsleeve.