How many syllables in “three”?
syllable in "three"
Word details
Syllables
1
three
Letters
5
t · h · r · e · e
Scrabble
8
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “three”
The word “three” contains 1 syllable, divided as three. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "three" have?
"three" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "three" into syllables?
"three" is divided into syllables as: three.
What is the Scrabble score for "three"?
The Scrabble score for "three" is 8 points.
Using “three” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "three" 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, “three” is worth 8 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 “three”
The letters in “three” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: ether, there.