How many syllables in “heterosexual”?
syllables in "heterosexual"
Word details
Syllables
5
he · te · ro · se · xual
Letters
12
h · e · t · e · r · o · s · e · x · u · a · l
Scrabble
22
points
Scrabble letter values
Count another word
About the word “heterosexual”
The word “heterosexual” contains 5 syllables, divided as he · te · ro · se · xual. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "heterosexual" have?
"heterosexual" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "heterosexual" into syllables?
"heterosexual" is divided into syllables as: he · te · ro · se · xual.
What is the Scrabble score for "heterosexual"?
The Scrabble score for "heterosexual" is 22 points.
Using “heterosexual” in writing
"heterosexual" (he · te · ro · se · xual) 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, “heterosexual” is worth 22 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.