How many syllables in “chamois”?
syllables in "chamois"
Word details
Syllables
2
cha · mois
Letters
7
c · h · a · m · o · i · s
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “chamois”
The word “chamois” contains 2 syllables, divided as cha · mois. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "chamois" have?
"chamois" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "chamois" into syllables?
"chamois" is divided into syllables as: cha · mois.
What is the Scrabble score for "chamois"?
The Scrabble score for "chamois" is 14 points.
Using “chamois” in writing
Two-syllable words like "chamois" (cha · mois) 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, “chamois” 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 “chamois”
The letters in “chamois” can be rearranged to spell one other word: chamiso.