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