How many syllables in “chemical”?
syllables in "chemical"
Word details
Syllables
3
che · mi · cal
Letters
8
c · h · e · m · i · c · a · l
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “chemical”
The word “chemical” contains 3 syllables, divided as che · mi · cal. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "chemical" have?
"chemical" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "chemical" into syllables?
"chemical" is divided into syllables as: che · mi · cal.
What is the Scrabble score for "chemical"?
The Scrabble score for "chemical" is 17 points.
Using “chemical” in writing
Three-syllable words like "chemical" (che · mi · cal) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “chemical” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “chemical”
The letters in “chemical” can be rearranged to spell one other word: alchemic.