How many syllables in “thiamine”?
syllables in "thiamine"
Word details
Syllables
2
thia · mine
Letters
8
t · h · i · a · m · i · n · e
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “thiamine”
The word “thiamine” contains 2 syllables, divided as thia · mine. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "thiamine" have?
"thiamine" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "thiamine" into syllables?
"thiamine" is divided into syllables as: thia · mine.
What is the Scrabble score for "thiamine"?
The Scrabble score for "thiamine" is 13 points.
Using “thiamine” in writing
Two-syllable words like "thiamine" (thia · mine) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “thiamine” is worth 13 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.