How many syllables in “chariest”?
syllables in "chariest"
Word details
Syllables
2
cha · riest
Letters
8
c · h · a · r · i · e · s · t
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “chariest”
The word “chariest” contains 2 syllables, divided as cha · riest. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "chariest" have?
"chariest" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "chariest" into syllables?
"chariest" is divided into syllables as: cha · riest.
What is the Scrabble score for "chariest"?
The Scrabble score for "chariest" is 13 points.
Using “chariest” in writing
Two-syllable words like "chariest" (cha · riest) 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, “chariest” is worth 13 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 “chariest”
The letters in “chariest” can be rearranged to spell one other word: theriacs.