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How many syllables in “chansons”?

2

syllables in "chansons"

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Word details

Syllables

2

chan · sons

Letters

8

c · h · a · n · s · o · n · s

Scrabble

13

points

Scrabble letter values

c3
h4
a1
n1
s1
o1
n1
s1

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About the word “chansons

The word chansons contains 2 syllables, divided as chan · sons. It has 8 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "chansons" have?

"chansons" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "chansons" into syllables?

"chansons" is divided into syllables as: chan · sons.

What is the Scrabble score for "chansons"?

The Scrabble score for "chansons" is 13 points.

Using “chansons” in writing

Two-syllable words like "chansons" (chan · sons) 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, chansons 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.

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