How many syllables in “thoraxes”?
syllables in "thoraxes"
Word details
Syllables
2
thor · axes
Letters
8
t · h · o · r · a · x · e · s
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “thoraxes”
The word “thoraxes” contains 2 syllables, divided as thor · axes. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "thoraxes" have?
"thoraxes" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "thoraxes" into syllables?
"thoraxes" is divided into syllables as: thor · axes.
What is the Scrabble score for "thoraxes"?
The Scrabble score for "thoraxes" is 18 points.
Using “thoraxes” in writing
Two-syllable words like "thoraxes" (thor · axes) 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, “thoraxes” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “thoraxes”
The letters in “thoraxes” can be rearranged to spell one other word: oxhearts.