How many syllables in “thromboses”?
syllables in "thromboses"
Word details
Syllables
2
throm · boses
Letters
10
t · h · r · o · m · b · o · s · e · s
Scrabble
17
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About the word “thromboses”
The word “thromboses” contains 2 syllables, divided as throm · boses. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "thromboses" have?
"thromboses" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "thromboses" into syllables?
"thromboses" is divided into syllables as: throm · boses.
What is the Scrabble score for "thromboses"?
The Scrabble score for "thromboses" is 17 points.
Using “thromboses” in writing
Two-syllable words like "thromboses" (throm · boses) 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, “thromboses” 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.