How many syllables in “childes”?
syllables in "childes"
Word details
Syllables
2
chil · des
Letters
7
c · h · i · l · d · e · s
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “childes”
The word “childes” contains 2 syllables, divided as chil · des. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "childes" have?
"childes" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "childes" into syllables?
"childes" is divided into syllables as: chil · des.
What is the Scrabble score for "childes"?
The Scrabble score for "childes" is 13 points.
Using “childes” in writing
Two-syllable words like "childes" (chil · des) 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, “childes” is worth 13 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 “childes”
The letters in “childes” can be rearranged to spell one other word: chields.