How many syllables in “heroism”?
syllables in "heroism"
Word details
Syllables
2
he · roism
Letters
7
h · e · r · o · i · s · m
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “heroism”
The word “heroism” contains 2 syllables, divided as he · roism. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "heroism" have?
"heroism" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "heroism" into syllables?
"heroism" is divided into syllables as: he · roism.
What is the Scrabble score for "heroism"?
The Scrabble score for "heroism" is 12 points.
Using “heroism” in writing
Two-syllable words like "heroism" (he · roism) 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, “heroism” 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.