How many syllables in “thowless”?
syllables in "thowless"
Word details
Syllables
2
thow · less
Letters
8
t · h · o · w · l · e · s · s
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “thowless”
The word “thowless” contains 2 syllables, divided as thow · less. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "thowless" have?
"thowless" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "thowless" into syllables?
"thowless" is divided into syllables as: thow · less.
What is the Scrabble score for "thowless"?
The Scrabble score for "thowless" is 14 points.
Using “thowless” in writing
Two-syllable words like "thowless" (thow · less) 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, “thowless” is worth 14 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.