How many syllables in “heroic”?
syllables in "heroic"
Word details
Syllables
2
he · roic
Letters
6
h · e · r · o · i · c
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “heroic”
The word “heroic” contains 2 syllables, divided as he · roic. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "heroic" have?
"heroic" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "heroic" into syllables?
"heroic" is divided into syllables as: he · roic.
What is the Scrabble score for "heroic"?
The Scrabble score for "heroic" is 11 points.
Using “heroic” in writing
Two-syllable words like "heroic" (he · roic) 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, “heroic” is worth 11 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 “heroic”
The letters in “heroic” can be rearranged to spell one other word: coheir.