How many syllables in “archil”?
syllables in "archil"
Word details
Syllables
2
ar · chil
Letters
6
a · r · c · h · i · l
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “archil”
The word “archil” contains 2 syllables, divided as ar · chil. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "archil" have?
"archil" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "archil" into syllables?
"archil" is divided into syllables as: ar · chil.
What is the Scrabble score for "archil"?
The Scrabble score for "archil" is 11 points.
Using “archil” in writing
Two-syllable words like "archil" (ar · chil) 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, “archil” is worth 11 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.
Anagrams of “archil”
The letters in “archil” can be rearranged to spell one other word: chiral.