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