How many syllables in “chambers”?
syllables in "chambers"
Word details
Syllables
2
cham · bers
Letters
8
c · h · a · m · b · e · r · s
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “chambers”
The word “chambers” contains 2 syllables, divided as cham · bers. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "chambers" have?
"chambers" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "chambers" into syllables?
"chambers" is divided into syllables as: cham · bers.
What is the Scrabble score for "chambers"?
The Scrabble score for "chambers" is 17 points.
Using “chambers” in writing
Two-syllable words like "chambers" (cham · bers) 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, “chambers” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “chambers”
The letters in “chambers” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: becharms, brechams.