How many syllables in “thou”?
syllable in "thou"
Word details
Syllables
1
thou
Letters
4
t · h · o · u
Scrabble
7
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “thou”
The word “thou” contains 1 syllable, divided as thou. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "thou" have?
"thou" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "thou" into syllables?
"thou" is divided into syllables as: thou.
What is the Scrabble score for "thou"?
The Scrabble score for "thou" is 7 points.
Using “thou” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "thou" 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, “thou” is worth 7 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.