How many syllables in “heartworms”?
syllables in "heartworms"
Word details
Syllables
2
hear · tworms
Letters
10
h · e · a · r · t · w · o · r · m · s
Scrabble
18
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About the word “heartworms”
The word “heartworms” contains 2 syllables, divided as hear · tworms. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "heartworms" have?
"heartworms" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "heartworms" into syllables?
"heartworms" is divided into syllables as: hear · tworms.
What is the Scrabble score for "heartworms"?
The Scrabble score for "heartworms" is 18 points.
Using “heartworms” in writing
Two-syllable words like "heartworms" (hear · tworms) 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, “heartworms” is worth 18 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 “heartworms”
The letters in “heartworms” can be rearranged to spell one other word: earthworms.