How many syllables in “thorns”?
syllable in "thorns"
Word details
Syllables
1
thorns
Letters
6
t · h · o · r · n · s
Scrabble
9
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “thorns”
The word “thorns” contains 1 syllable, divided as thorns. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "thorns" have?
"thorns" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "thorns" into syllables?
"thorns" is divided into syllables as: thorns.
What is the Scrabble score for "thorns"?
The Scrabble score for "thorns" is 9 points.
Using “thorns” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "thorns" 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, “thorns” is worth 9 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 “thorns”
The letters in “thorns” can be rearranged to spell one other word: norths.