How many syllables in “thorn”?
syllable in "thorn"
Word details
Syllables
1
thorn
Letters
5
t · h · o · r · n
Scrabble
8
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “thorn”
The word “thorn” contains 1 syllable, divided as thorn. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "thorn" have?
"thorn" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "thorn" into syllables?
"thorn" is divided into syllables as: thorn.
What is the Scrabble score for "thorn"?
The Scrabble score for "thorn" is 8 points.
Using “thorn” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "thorn" 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, “thorn” is worth 8 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 “thorn”
The letters in “thorn” can be rearranged to spell one other word: north.