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How many syllables in “characids”?

3

syllables in "characids"

characids
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Word details

Syllables

3

cha · ra · cids

Letters

9

c · h · a · r · a · c · i · d · s

Scrabble

17

points

Scrabble letter values

c3
h4
a1
r1
a1
c3
i1
d2
s1

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About the word “characids

The word characids contains 3 syllables, divided as cha · ra · cids. It has 9 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "characids" have?

"characids" has 3 syllables.

How do you divide "characids" into syllables?

"characids" is divided into syllables as: cha · ra · cids.

What is the Scrabble score for "characids"?

The Scrabble score for "characids" is 17 points.

Using “characids” in writing

Three-syllable words like "characids" (cha · ra · cids) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.

In word games

In Scrabble and Words With Friends, characids is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.

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