How many syllables in “chateaubriand”?
syllables in "chateaubriand"
Word details
Syllables
3
cha · teau · briand
Letters
13
c · h · a · t · e · a · u · b · r · i · a · n · d
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “chateaubriand”
The word “chateaubriand” contains 3 syllables, divided as cha · teau · briand. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "chateaubriand" have?
"chateaubriand" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "chateaubriand" into syllables?
"chateaubriand" is divided into syllables as: cha · teau · briand.
What is the Scrabble score for "chateaubriand"?
The Scrabble score for "chateaubriand" is 21 points.
Using “chateaubriand” in writing
Three-syllable words like "chateaubriand" (cha · teau · briand) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “chateaubriand” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.