How many syllables in “heaves”?
syllables in "heaves"
Word details
Syllables
2
hea · ves
Letters
6
h · e · a · v · e · s
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “heaves”
The word “heaves” contains 2 syllables, divided as hea · ves. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "heaves" have?
"heaves" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "heaves" into syllables?
"heaves" is divided into syllables as: hea · ves.
What is the Scrabble score for "heaves"?
The Scrabble score for "heaves" is 12 points.
Using “heaves” in writing
Two-syllable words like "heaves" (hea · ves) 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, “heaves” is worth 12 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 “heaves”
The letters in “heaves” can be rearranged to spell one other word: sheave.