How many syllables in “hereditament”?
syllables in "hereditament"
Word details
Syllables
5
he · re · di · ta · ment
Letters
12
h · e · r · e · d · i · t · a · m · e · n · t
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “hereditament”
The word “hereditament” contains 5 syllables, divided as he · re · di · ta · ment. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hereditament" have?
"hereditament" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "hereditament" into syllables?
"hereditament" is divided into syllables as: he · re · di · ta · ment.
What is the Scrabble score for "hereditament"?
The Scrabble score for "hereditament" is 18 points.
Using “hereditament” in writing
"hereditament" (he · re · di · ta · ment) 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, “hereditament” 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.