How many syllables in “hearten”?
syllables in "hearten"
Word details
Syllables
2
hear · ten
Letters
7
h · e · a · r · t · e · n
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “hearten”
The word “hearten” contains 2 syllables, divided as hear · ten. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hearten" have?
"hearten" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "hearten" into syllables?
"hearten" is divided into syllables as: hear · ten.
What is the Scrabble score for "hearten"?
The Scrabble score for "hearten" is 10 points.
Using “hearten” in writing
Two-syllable words like "hearten" (hear · ten) 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, “hearten” is worth 10 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.
Anagrams of “hearten”
The letters in “hearten” can be rearranged to spell one other word: earthen.