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