How many syllables in “thwartwise”?
syllables in "thwartwise"
Word details
Syllables
2
thwar · twise
Letters
10
t · h · w · a · r · t · w · i · s · e
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “thwartwise”
The word “thwartwise” contains 2 syllables, divided as thwar · twise. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "thwartwise" have?
"thwartwise" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "thwartwise" into syllables?
"thwartwise" is divided into syllables as: thwar · twise.
What is the Scrabble score for "thwartwise"?
The Scrabble score for "thwartwise" is 19 points.
Using “thwartwise” in writing
Two-syllable words like "thwartwise" (thwar · twise) 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, “thwartwise” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.