How many syllables in “third”?
1
syllable in "third"
third
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Word details
Syllables
1
third
Letters
5
t · h · i · r · d
Scrabble
9
points
Common word
Scrabble letter values
t1
h4
i1
r1
d2
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About the word “third”
The word “third” contains 1 syllable, divided as third. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "third" have?
"third" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "third" into syllables?
"third" is divided into syllables as: third.
What is the Scrabble score for "third"?
The Scrabble score for "third" is 9 points.
Using “third” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "third" carries strong natural stress and punchy impact. In haiku, it contributes one full syllable to the 5-7-5 structure. Monosyllabic words anchor lines in free verse and create emphasis when surrounded by longer words.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “third” is worth 9 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.