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How many syllables in “chiefly”?

2

syllables in "chiefly"

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Word details

Syllables

2

chie · fly

Letters

7

c · h · i · e · f · l · y

Scrabble

18

points

Scrabble letter values

c3
h4
i1
e1
f4
l1
y4

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About the word “chiefly

The word chiefly contains 2 syllables, divided as chie · fly. It has 7 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "chiefly" have?

"chiefly" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "chiefly" into syllables?

"chiefly" is divided into syllables as: chie · fly.

What is the Scrabble score for "chiefly"?

The Scrabble score for "chiefly" is 18 points.

Using “chiefly” in writing

Two-syllable words like "chiefly" (chie · fly) 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, chiefly is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.

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