How many syllables in “thesaural”?
syllables in "thesaural"
Word details
Syllables
3
the · sau · ral
Letters
9
t · h · e · s · a · u · r · a · l
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “thesaural”
The word “thesaural” contains 3 syllables, divided as the · sau · ral. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "thesaural" have?
"thesaural" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "thesaural" into syllables?
"thesaural" is divided into syllables as: the · sau · ral.
What is the Scrabble score for "thesaural"?
The Scrabble score for "thesaural" is 12 points.
Using “thesaural” in writing
Three-syllable words like "thesaural" (the · sau · ral) 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, “thesaural” is worth 12 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.