How many syllables in “hearkened”?
syllables in "hearkened"
Word details
Syllables
2
heark · ened
Letters
9
h · e · a · r · k · e · n · e · d
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “hearkened”
The word “hearkened” contains 2 syllables, divided as heark · ened. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hearkened" have?
"hearkened" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "hearkened" into syllables?
"hearkened" is divided into syllables as: heark · ened.
What is the Scrabble score for "hearkened"?
The Scrabble score for "hearkened" is 17 points.
Using “hearkened” in writing
Two-syllable words like "hearkened" (heark · ened) 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, “hearkened” 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.