How many syllables in “heiresses”?
syllables in "heiresses"
Word details
Syllables
2
heire · sses
Letters
9
h · e · i · r · e · s · s · e · s
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “heiresses”
The word “heiresses” contains 2 syllables, divided as heire · sses. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "heiresses" have?
"heiresses" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "heiresses" into syllables?
"heiresses" is divided into syllables as: heire · sses.
What is the Scrabble score for "heiresses"?
The Scrabble score for "heiresses" is 12 points.
Using “heiresses” in writing
Two-syllable words like "heiresses" (heire · sses) 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, “heiresses” 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.