How many syllables in “thousand”?
syllables in "thousand"
Word details
Syllables
2
thou · sand
Letters
8
t · h · o · u · s · a · n · d
Scrabble
12
points
Scrabble letter values
Count another word
About the word “thousand”
The word “thousand” contains 2 syllables, divided as thou · sand. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "thousand" have?
"thousand" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "thousand" into syllables?
"thousand" is divided into syllables as: thou · sand.
What is the Scrabble score for "thousand"?
The Scrabble score for "thousand" is 12 points.
Using “thousand” in writing
Two-syllable words like "thousand" (thou · sand) 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, “thousand” 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.
Anagrams of “thousand”
The letters in “thousand” can be rearranged to spell one other word: handouts.