How many syllables in “thioureas”?
syllables in "thioureas"
Word details
Syllables
2
thiou · reas
Letters
9
t · h · i · o · u · r · e · a · s
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “thioureas”
The word “thioureas” contains 2 syllables, divided as thiou · reas. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "thioureas" have?
"thioureas" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "thioureas" into syllables?
"thioureas" is divided into syllables as: thiou · reas.
What is the Scrabble score for "thioureas"?
The Scrabble score for "thioureas" is 12 points.
Using “thioureas” in writing
Two-syllable words like "thioureas" (thiou · reas) 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, “thioureas” is worth 12 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.
Anagrams of “thioureas”
The letters in “thioureas” can be rearranged to spell one other word: authorise.