How many syllables in “bronchial”?
syllables in "bronchial"
Word details
Syllables
2
bron · chial
Letters
9
b · r · o · n · c · h · i · a · l
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “bronchial”
The word “bronchial” contains 2 syllables, divided as bron · chial. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "bronchial" have?
"bronchial" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "bronchial" into syllables?
"bronchial" is divided into syllables as: bron · chial.
What is the Scrabble score for "bronchial"?
The Scrabble score for "bronchial" is 16 points.
Using “bronchial” in writing
Two-syllable words like "bronchial" (bron · chial) 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, “bronchial” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.