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How many syllables in “thruster”?

2

syllables in "thruster"

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Word details

Syllables

2

thru · ster

Letters

8

t · h · r · u · s · t · e · r

Scrabble

11

points

Scrabble letter values

t1
h4
r1
u1
s1
t1
e1
r1

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About the word “thruster

The word thruster contains 2 syllables, divided as thru · ster. It has 8 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "thruster" have?

"thruster" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "thruster" into syllables?

"thruster" is divided into syllables as: thru · ster.

What is the Scrabble score for "thruster"?

The Scrabble score for "thruster" is 11 points.

Using “thruster” in writing

Two-syllable words like "thruster" (thru · ster) 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, thruster is worth 11 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.

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