How many syllables in “thinkers”?
syllables in "thinkers"
Word details
Syllables
2
thin · kers
Letters
8
t · h · i · n · k · e · r · s
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “thinkers”
The word “thinkers” contains 2 syllables, divided as thin · kers. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "thinkers" have?
"thinkers" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "thinkers" into syllables?
"thinkers" is divided into syllables as: thin · kers.
What is the Scrabble score for "thinkers"?
The Scrabble score for "thinkers" is 15 points.
Using “thinkers” in writing
Two-syllable words like "thinkers" (thin · kers) 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, “thinkers” is worth 15 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 “thinkers”
The letters in “thinkers” can be rearranged to spell one other word: rethinks.