How many syllables in “chemic”?
syllables in "chemic"
Word details
Syllables
2
che · mic
Letters
6
c · h · e · m · i · c
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “chemic”
The word “chemic” contains 2 syllables, divided as che · mic. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "chemic" have?
"chemic" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "chemic" into syllables?
"chemic" is divided into syllables as: che · mic.
What is the Scrabble score for "chemic"?
The Scrabble score for "chemic" is 15 points.
Using “chemic” in writing
Two-syllable words like "chemic" (che · mic) 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, “chemic” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.