How many syllables in “throes”?
syllable in "throes"
Word details
Syllables
1
throes
Letters
6
t · h · r · o · e · s
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “throes”
The word “throes” contains 1 syllable, divided as throes. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "throes" have?
"throes" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "throes" into syllables?
"throes" is divided into syllables as: throes.
What is the Scrabble score for "throes"?
The Scrabble score for "throes" is 9 points.
Using “throes” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "throes" 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, “throes” is worth 9 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 “throes”
The letters in “throes” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: horste, others, reshot.