How many syllables in “thither”?
syllables in "thither"
Word details
Syllables
2
thit · her
Letters
7
t · h · i · t · h · e · r
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “thither”
The word “thither” contains 2 syllables, divided as thit · her. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "thither" have?
"thither" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "thither" into syllables?
"thither" is divided into syllables as: thit · her.
What is the Scrabble score for "thither"?
The Scrabble score for "thither" is 13 points.
Using “thither” in writing
Two-syllable words like "thither" (thit · her) 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, “thither” is worth 13 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.