How many syllables in “thrones”?
syllables in "thrones"
Word details
Syllables
2
thro · nes
Letters
7
t · h · r · o · n · e · s
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “thrones”
The word “thrones” contains 2 syllables, divided as thro · nes. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "thrones" have?
"thrones" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "thrones" into syllables?
"thrones" is divided into syllables as: thro · nes.
What is the Scrabble score for "thrones"?
The Scrabble score for "thrones" is 10 points.
Using “thrones” in writing
Two-syllable words like "thrones" (thro · nes) 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, “thrones” is worth 10 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 “thrones”
The letters in “thrones” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: hornets, shorten.