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