How many syllables in “heraldically”?
syllables in "heraldically"
Word details
Syllables
5
he · ral · di · cal · ly
Letters
12
h · e · r · a · l · d · i · c · a · l · l · y
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “heraldically”
The word “heraldically” contains 5 syllables, divided as he · ral · di · cal · ly. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "heraldically" have?
"heraldically" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "heraldically" into syllables?
"heraldically" is divided into syllables as: he · ral · di · cal · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "heraldically"?
The Scrabble score for "heraldically" is 21 points.
Using “heraldically” in writing
"heraldically" (he · ral · di · cal · ly) has five syllables — exactly one full line of a haiku's 5-7-5 structure. That means this single word could stand alone as the opening or closing line of a haiku. In longer verse, five-syllable words create a slow, deliberate pace.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “heraldically” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.