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