How many syllables in “chardonnay”?
syllables in "chardonnay"
Word details
Syllables
3
char · don · nay
Letters
10
c · h · a · r · d · o · n · n · a · y
Scrabble
19
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About the word “chardonnay”
The word “chardonnay” contains 3 syllables, divided as char · don · nay. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "chardonnay" have?
"chardonnay" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "chardonnay" into syllables?
"chardonnay" is divided into syllables as: char · don · nay.
What is the Scrabble score for "chardonnay"?
The Scrabble score for "chardonnay" is 19 points.
Using “chardonnay” in writing
Three-syllable words like "chardonnay" (char · don · nay) 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, “chardonnay” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.