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