How many syllables in “heartworm”?
syllables in "heartworm"
Word details
Syllables
2
hear · tworm
Letters
9
h · e · a · r · t · w · o · r · m
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “heartworm”
The word “heartworm” contains 2 syllables, divided as hear · tworm. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "heartworm" have?
"heartworm" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "heartworm" into syllables?
"heartworm" is divided into syllables as: hear · tworm.
What is the Scrabble score for "heartworm"?
The Scrabble score for "heartworm" is 17 points.
Using “heartworm” in writing
Two-syllable words like "heartworm" (hear · tworm) 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, “heartworm” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “heartworm”
The letters in “heartworm” can be rearranged to spell one other word: earthworm.