How many syllables in “chagrin”?
syllables in "chagrin"
Word details
Syllables
2
cha · grin
Letters
7
c · h · a · g · r · i · n
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “chagrin”
The word “chagrin” contains 2 syllables, divided as cha · grin. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "chagrin" have?
"chagrin" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "chagrin" into syllables?
"chagrin" is divided into syllables as: cha · grin.
What is the Scrabble score for "chagrin"?
The Scrabble score for "chagrin" is 13 points.
Using “chagrin” in writing
Two-syllable words like "chagrin" (cha · grin) 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, “chagrin” is worth 13 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 “chagrin”
The letters in “chagrin” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: arching, charing.