How many syllables in “thyroids”?
syllables in "thyroids"
Word details
Syllables
2
thy · roids
Letters
8
t · h · y · r · o · i · d · s
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “thyroids”
The word “thyroids” contains 2 syllables, divided as thy · roids. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "thyroids" have?
"thyroids" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "thyroids" into syllables?
"thyroids" is divided into syllables as: thy · roids.
What is the Scrabble score for "thyroids"?
The Scrabble score for "thyroids" is 15 points.
Using “thyroids” in writing
Two-syllable words like "thyroids" (thy · roids) 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, “thyroids” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “thyroids”
The letters in “thyroids” can be rearranged to spell one other word: thyrsoid.