How many syllables in “chanson”?
syllables in "chanson"
Word details
Syllables
2
chan · son
Letters
7
c · h · a · n · s · o · n
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “chanson”
The word “chanson” contains 2 syllables, divided as chan · son. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "chanson" have?
"chanson" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "chanson" into syllables?
"chanson" is divided into syllables as: chan · son.
What is the Scrabble score for "chanson"?
The Scrabble score for "chanson" is 12 points.
Using “chanson” in writing
Two-syllable words like "chanson" (chan · son) 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, “chanson” is worth 12 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 “chanson”
The letters in “chanson” can be rearranged to spell one other word: noncash.