How many syllables in “heartbreaker”?
syllables in "heartbreaker"
Word details
Syllables
3
heart · brea · ker
Letters
12
h · e · a · r · t · b · r · e · a · k · e · r
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “heartbreaker”
The word “heartbreaker” contains 3 syllables, divided as heart · brea · ker. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "heartbreaker" have?
"heartbreaker" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "heartbreaker" into syllables?
"heartbreaker" is divided into syllables as: heart · brea · ker.
What is the Scrabble score for "heartbreaker"?
The Scrabble score for "heartbreaker" is 21 points.
Using “heartbreaker” in writing
Three-syllable words like "heartbreaker" (heart · brea · ker) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “heartbreaker” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.