How many syllables in “chao”?
1
syllable in "chao"
chao
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Word details
Syllables
1
chao
Letters
4
c · h · a · o
Scrabble
9
points
Scrabble letter values
c3
h4
a1
o1
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About the word “chao”
The word “chao” contains 1 syllable, divided as chao. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "chao" have?
"chao" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "chao" into syllables?
"chao" is divided into syllables as: chao.
What is the Scrabble score for "chao"?
The Scrabble score for "chao" is 9 points.
Using “chao” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "chao" carries strong natural stress and punchy impact. In haiku, it contributes one full syllable to the 5-7-5 structure. Monosyllabic words anchor lines in free verse and create emphasis when surrounded by longer words.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “chao” is worth 9 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.