How many syllables in “them”?
syllable in "them"
Word details
Syllables
1
them
Letters
4
t · h · e · m
Scrabble
9
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “them”
The word “them” contains 1 syllable, divided as them. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "them" have?
"them" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "them" into syllables?
"them" is divided into syllables as: them.
What is the Scrabble score for "them"?
The Scrabble score for "them" is 9 points.
Using “them” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "them" 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, “them” 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.
Anagrams of “them”
The letters in “them” can be rearranged to spell one other word: meth.