How many syllables in “thoroughgoing”?
syllables in "thoroughgoing"
Word details
Syllables
3
tho · roug · hgoing
Letters
13
t · h · o · r · o · u · g · h · g · o · i · n · g
Scrabble
22
points
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About the word “thoroughgoing”
The word “thoroughgoing” contains 3 syllables, divided as tho · roug · hgoing. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "thoroughgoing" have?
"thoroughgoing" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "thoroughgoing" into syllables?
"thoroughgoing" is divided into syllables as: tho · roug · hgoing.
What is the Scrabble score for "thoroughgoing"?
The Scrabble score for "thoroughgoing" is 22 points.
Using “thoroughgoing” in writing
Three-syllable words like "thoroughgoing" (tho · roug · hgoing) 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, “thoroughgoing” is worth 22 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.