How many syllables in “thornless”?
syllables in "thornless"
Word details
Syllables
2
thor · nless
Letters
9
t · h · o · r · n · l · e · s · s
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “thornless”
The word “thornless” contains 2 syllables, divided as thor · nless. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "thornless" have?
"thornless" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "thornless" into syllables?
"thornless" is divided into syllables as: thor · nless.
What is the Scrabble score for "thornless"?
The Scrabble score for "thornless" is 12 points.
Using “thornless” in writing
Two-syllable words like "thornless" (thor · nless) 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, “thornless” is worth 12 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.