How many syllables in “thesauruses”?
syllables in "thesauruses"
Word details
Syllables
3
thes · auru · ses
Letters
11
t · h · e · s · a · u · r · u · s · e · s
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “thesauruses”
The word “thesauruses” contains 3 syllables, divided as thes · auru · ses. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "thesauruses" have?
"thesauruses" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "thesauruses" into syllables?
"thesauruses" is divided into syllables as: thes · auru · ses.
What is the Scrabble score for "thesauruses"?
The Scrabble score for "thesauruses" is 14 points.
Using “thesauruses” in writing
Three-syllable words like "thesauruses" (thes · auru · ses) 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, “thesauruses” is worth 14 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.