How many syllables in “chapters”?
syllables in "chapters"
Word details
Syllables
2
chap · ters
Letters
8
c · h · a · p · t · e · r · s
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “chapters”
The word “chapters” contains 2 syllables, divided as chap · ters. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "chapters" have?
"chapters" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "chapters" into syllables?
"chapters" is divided into syllables as: chap · ters.
What is the Scrabble score for "chapters"?
The Scrabble score for "chapters" is 15 points.
Using “chapters” in writing
Two-syllable words like "chapters" (chap · ters) 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, “chapters” is worth 15 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 “chapters”
The letters in “chapters” can be rearranged to spell one other word: patchers.