How many syllables in “heterotrophies”?
syllables in "heterotrophies"
Word details
Syllables
5
he · te · ro · trop · hies
Letters
14
h · e · t · e · r · o · t · r · o · p · h · i · e · s
Scrabble
22
points
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About the word “heterotrophies”
The word “heterotrophies” contains 5 syllables, divided as he · te · ro · trop · hies. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "heterotrophies" have?
"heterotrophies" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "heterotrophies" into syllables?
"heterotrophies" is divided into syllables as: he · te · ro · trop · hies.
What is the Scrabble score for "heterotrophies"?
The Scrabble score for "heterotrophies" is 22 points.
Using “heterotrophies” in writing
"heterotrophies" (he · te · ro · trop · hies) 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, “heterotrophies” 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.