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How many syllables in “thoroughbass”?

3

syllables in "thoroughbass"

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Word details

Syllables

3

tho · roug · hbass

Letters

12

t · h · o · r · o · u · g · h · b · a · s · s

Scrabble

21

points

Scrabble letter values

t1
h4
o1
r1
o1
u1
g2
h4
b3
a1
s1
s1

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About the word “thoroughbass

The word thoroughbass contains 3 syllables, divided as tho · roug · hbass. It has 12 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "thoroughbass" have?

"thoroughbass" has 3 syllables.

How do you divide "thoroughbass" into syllables?

"thoroughbass" is divided into syllables as: tho · roug · hbass.

What is the Scrabble score for "thoroughbass"?

The Scrabble score for "thoroughbass" is 21 points.

Using “thoroughbass” in writing

Three-syllable words like "thoroughbass" (tho · roug · hbass) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.

In word games

In Scrabble and Words With Friends, thoroughbass is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.

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