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