How many syllables in “heterophile”?
syllables in "heterophile"
Word details
Syllables
5
he · te · rop · hi · le
Letters
11
h · e · t · e · r · o · p · h · i · l · e
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “heterophile”
The word “heterophile” contains 5 syllables, divided as he · te · rop · hi · le. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "heterophile" have?
"heterophile" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "heterophile" into syllables?
"heterophile" is divided into syllables as: he · te · rop · hi · le.
What is the Scrabble score for "heterophile"?
The Scrabble score for "heterophile" is 19 points.
Using “heterophile” in writing
"heterophile" (he · te · rop · hi · le) 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, “heterophile” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.