How many syllables in “cheerios”?
syllables in "cheerios"
Word details
Syllables
2
chee · rios
Letters
8
c · h · e · e · r · i · o · s
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “cheerios”
The word “cheerios” contains 2 syllables, divided as chee · rios. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cheerios" have?
"cheerios" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "cheerios" into syllables?
"cheerios" is divided into syllables as: chee · rios.
What is the Scrabble score for "cheerios"?
The Scrabble score for "cheerios" is 13 points.
Using “cheerios” in writing
Two-syllable words like "cheerios" (chee · rios) 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, “cheerios” 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.