How many syllables in “chelas”?
syllables in "chelas"
Word details
Syllables
2
che · las
Letters
6
c · h · e · l · a · s
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “chelas”
The word “chelas” contains 2 syllables, divided as che · las. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "chelas" have?
"chelas" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "chelas" into syllables?
"chelas" is divided into syllables as: che · las.
What is the Scrabble score for "chelas"?
The Scrabble score for "chelas" is 11 points.
Using “chelas” in writing
Two-syllable words like "chelas" (che · las) 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, “chelas” is worth 11 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 “chelas”
The letters in “chelas” can be rearranged to spell one other word: laches.