How many syllables in “thwartly”?
syllables in "thwartly"
Word details
Syllables
2
thwar · tly
Letters
8
t · h · w · a · r · t · l · y
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “thwartly”
The word “thwartly” contains 2 syllables, divided as thwar · tly. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "thwartly" have?
"thwartly" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "thwartly" into syllables?
"thwartly" is divided into syllables as: thwar · tly.
What is the Scrabble score for "thwartly"?
The Scrabble score for "thwartly" is 17 points.
Using “thwartly” in writing
Two-syllable words like "thwartly" (thwar · tly) 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, “thwartly” 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.