How many syllables in “charades”?
syllables in "charades"
Word details
Syllables
3
cha · ra · des
Letters
8
c · h · a · r · a · d · e · s
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “charades”
The word “charades” contains 3 syllables, divided as cha · ra · des. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "charades" have?
"charades" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "charades" into syllables?
"charades" is divided into syllables as: cha · ra · des.
What is the Scrabble score for "charades"?
The Scrabble score for "charades" is 14 points.
Using “charades” in writing
Three-syllable words like "charades" (cha · ra · des) 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, “charades” is worth 14 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 “charades”
The letters in “charades” can be rearranged to spell one other word: hardcase.