How many syllables in “chela”?
syllables in "chela"
Word details
Syllables
2
che · la
Letters
5
c · h · e · l · a
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “chela”
The word “chela” contains 2 syllables, divided as che · la. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "chela" have?
"chela" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "chela" into syllables?
"chela" is divided into syllables as: che · la.
What is the Scrabble score for "chela"?
The Scrabble score for "chela" is 10 points.
Using “chela” in writing
Two-syllable words like "chela" (che · la) 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, “chela” is worth 10 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 “chela”
The letters in “chela” can be rearranged to spell one other word: leach.