How many syllables in “thrashings”?
syllables in "thrashings"
Word details
Syllables
2
thras · hings
Letters
10
t · h · r · a · s · h · i · n · g · s
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “thrashings”
The word “thrashings” contains 2 syllables, divided as thras · hings. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "thrashings" have?
"thrashings" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "thrashings" into syllables?
"thrashings" is divided into syllables as: thras · hings.
What is the Scrabble score for "thrashings"?
The Scrabble score for "thrashings" is 17 points.
Using “thrashings” in writing
Two-syllable words like "thrashings" (thras · hings) 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, “thrashings” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.