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How many syllables in “thiocyanate”?

3

syllables in "thiocyanate"

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Word details

Syllables

3

thio · cyan · ate

Letters

11

t · h · i · o · c · y · a · n · a · t · e

Scrabble

19

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Scrabble letter values

t1
h4
i1
o1
c3
y4
a1
n1
a1
t1
e1

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About the word “thiocyanate

The word thiocyanate contains 3 syllables, divided as thio · cyan · ate. It has 11 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "thiocyanate" have?

"thiocyanate" has 3 syllables.

How do you divide "thiocyanate" into syllables?

"thiocyanate" is divided into syllables as: thio · cyan · ate.

What is the Scrabble score for "thiocyanate"?

The Scrabble score for "thiocyanate" is 19 points.

Using “thiocyanate” in writing

Three-syllable words like "thiocyanate" (thio · cyan · ate) 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, thiocyanate is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.

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