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How many syllables in “hierarchs”?

2

syllables in "hierarchs"

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Word details

Syllables

2

hie · rarchs

Letters

9

h · i · e · r · a · r · c · h · s

Scrabble

17

points

Scrabble letter values

h4
i1
e1
r1
a1
r1
c3
h4
s1

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About the word “hierarchs

The word hierarchs contains 2 syllables, divided as hie · rarchs. It has 9 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "hierarchs" have?

"hierarchs" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "hierarchs" into syllables?

"hierarchs" is divided into syllables as: hie · rarchs.

What is the Scrabble score for "hierarchs"?

The Scrabble score for "hierarchs" is 17 points.

Using “hierarchs” in writing

Two-syllable words like "hierarchs" (hie · rarchs) 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, hierarchs is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.

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