How many syllables in “heartbeats”?
syllables in "heartbeats"
Word details
Syllables
2
hear · tbeats
Letters
10
h · e · a · r · t · b · e · a · t · s
Scrabble
15
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About the word “heartbeats”
The word “heartbeats” contains 2 syllables, divided as hear · tbeats. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "heartbeats" have?
"heartbeats" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "heartbeats" into syllables?
"heartbeats" is divided into syllables as: hear · tbeats.
What is the Scrabble score for "heartbeats"?
The Scrabble score for "heartbeats" is 15 points.
Using “heartbeats” in writing
Two-syllable words like "heartbeats" (hear · tbeats) 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, “heartbeats” 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.