How many syllables in “kindhearted”?
syllables in "kindhearted"
Word details
Syllables
3
kin · dhear · ted
Letters
11
k · i · n · d · h · e · a · r · t · e · d
Scrabble
20
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About the word “kindhearted”
The word “kindhearted” contains 3 syllables, divided as kin · dhear · ted. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "kindhearted" have?
"kindhearted" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "kindhearted" into syllables?
"kindhearted" is divided into syllables as: kin · dhear · ted.
What is the Scrabble score for "kindhearted"?
The Scrabble score for "kindhearted" is 20 points.
Using “kindhearted” in writing
Three-syllable words like "kindhearted" (kin · dhear · ted) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “kindhearted” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.