How many syllables in “heartburnings”?
syllables in "heartburnings"
Word details
Syllables
3
hear · tbur · nings
Letters
13
h · e · a · r · t · b · u · r · n · i · n · g · s
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “heartburnings”
The word “heartburnings” contains 3 syllables, divided as hear · tbur · nings. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "heartburnings" have?
"heartburnings" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "heartburnings" into syllables?
"heartburnings" is divided into syllables as: hear · tbur · nings.
What is the Scrabble score for "heartburnings"?
The Scrabble score for "heartburnings" is 19 points.
Using “heartburnings” in writing
Three-syllable words like "heartburnings" (hear · tbur · nings) 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, “heartburnings” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.