How many syllables in “chat”?
syllable in "chat"
Word details
Syllables
1
chat
Letters
4
c · h · a · t
Scrabble
9
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “chat”
The word “chat” contains 1 syllable, divided as chat. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "chat" have?
"chat" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "chat" into syllables?
"chat" is divided into syllables as: chat.
What is the Scrabble score for "chat"?
The Scrabble score for "chat" is 9 points.
Using “chat” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "chat" carries strong natural stress and punchy impact. In haiku, it contributes one full syllable to the 5-7-5 structure. Monosyllabic words anchor lines in free verse and create emphasis when surrounded by longer words.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “chat” is worth 9 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 “chat”
The letters in “chat” can be rearranged to spell one other word: tach.