How many syllables in “chile”?
syllables in "chile"
Word details
Syllables
2
chi · le
Letters
5
c · h · i · l · e
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “chile”
The word “chile” contains 2 syllables, divided as chi · le. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "chile" have?
"chile" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "chile" into syllables?
"chile" is divided into syllables as: chi · le.
What is the Scrabble score for "chile"?
The Scrabble score for "chile" is 10 points.
Using “chile” in writing
Two-syllable words like "chile" (chi · le) 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, “chile” is worth 10 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 “chile”
The letters in “chile” can be rearranged to spell one other word: chiel.