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How many syllables in “thrusters”?

2

syllables in "thrusters"

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Word details

Syllables

2

thru · sters

Letters

9

t · h · r · u · s · t · e · r · s

Scrabble

12

points

Scrabble letter values

t1
h4
r1
u1
s1
t1
e1
r1
s1

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About the word “thrusters

The word thrusters contains 2 syllables, divided as thru · sters. It has 9 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "thrusters" have?

"thrusters" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "thrusters" into syllables?

"thrusters" is divided into syllables as: thru · sters.

What is the Scrabble score for "thrusters"?

The Scrabble score for "thrusters" is 12 points.

Using “thrusters” in writing

Two-syllable words like "thrusters" (thru · sters) 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, thrusters is worth 12 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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