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How many syllables in “thirtieths”?

2

syllables in "thirtieths"

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Word details

Syllables

2

thir · tieths

Letters

10

t · h · i · r · t · i · e · t · h · s

Scrabble

16

points

Scrabble letter values

t1
h4
i1
r1
t1
i1
e1
t1
h4
s1

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About the word “thirtieths

The word thirtieths contains 2 syllables, divided as thir · tieths. It has 10 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "thirtieths" have?

"thirtieths" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "thirtieths" into syllables?

"thirtieths" is divided into syllables as: thir · tieths.

What is the Scrabble score for "thirtieths"?

The Scrabble score for "thirtieths" is 16 points.

Using “thirtieths” in writing

Two-syllable words like "thirtieths" (thir · tieths) 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, thirtieths is worth 16 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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