How many syllables in “chariot”?
syllables in "chariot"
Word details
Syllables
2
cha · riot
Letters
7
c · h · a · r · i · o · t
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “chariot”
The word “chariot” contains 2 syllables, divided as cha · riot. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "chariot" have?
"chariot" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "chariot" into syllables?
"chariot" is divided into syllables as: cha · riot.
What is the Scrabble score for "chariot"?
The Scrabble score for "chariot" is 12 points.
Using “chariot” in writing
Two-syllable words like "chariot" (cha · riot) 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, “chariot” is worth 12 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 “chariot”
The letters in “chariot” can be rearranged to spell one other word: haricot.