How many syllables in “thickets”?
syllables in "thickets"
Word details
Syllables
2
thic · kets
Letters
8
t · h · i · c · k · e · t · s
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “thickets”
The word “thickets” contains 2 syllables, divided as thic · kets. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "thickets" have?
"thickets" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "thickets" into syllables?
"thickets" is divided into syllables as: thic · kets.
What is the Scrabble score for "thickets"?
The Scrabble score for "thickets" is 17 points.
Using “thickets” in writing
Two-syllable words like "thickets" (thic · kets) 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, “thickets” 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 “thickets”
The letters in “thickets” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: thickest, thickset.