How many syllables in “hearsays”?
syllables in "hearsays"
Word details
Syllables
2
hear · says
Letters
8
h · e · a · r · s · a · y · s
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “hearsays”
The word “hearsays” contains 2 syllables, divided as hear · says. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hearsays" have?
"hearsays" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "hearsays" into syllables?
"hearsays" is divided into syllables as: hear · says.
What is the Scrabble score for "hearsays"?
The Scrabble score for "hearsays" is 14 points.
Using “hearsays” in writing
Two-syllable words like "hearsays" (hear · says) 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, “hearsays” is worth 14 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.