How many syllables in “heuristically”?
syllables in "heuristically"
Word details
Syllables
5
heu · ri · sti · cal · ly
Letters
13
h · e · u · r · i · s · t · i · c · a · l · l · y
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “heuristically”
The word “heuristically” contains 5 syllables, divided as heu · ri · sti · cal · ly. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "heuristically" have?
"heuristically" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "heuristically" into syllables?
"heuristically" is divided into syllables as: heu · ri · sti · cal · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "heuristically"?
The Scrabble score for "heuristically" is 21 points.
Using “heuristically” in writing
"heuristically" (heu · ri · sti · cal · ly) 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, “heuristically” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.