How many syllables in “chaldron”?
syllables in "chaldron"
Word details
Syllables
2
chal · dron
Letters
8
c · h · a · l · d · r · o · n
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “chaldron”
The word “chaldron” contains 2 syllables, divided as chal · dron. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "chaldron" have?
"chaldron" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "chaldron" into syllables?
"chaldron" is divided into syllables as: chal · dron.
What is the Scrabble score for "chaldron"?
The Scrabble score for "chaldron" is 14 points.
Using “chaldron” in writing
Two-syllable words like "chaldron" (chal · dron) 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, “chaldron” is worth 14 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 “chaldron”
The letters in “chaldron” can be rearranged to spell one other word: chlordan.