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