How many syllables in “chimes”?
syllables in "chimes"
Word details
Syllables
2
chi · mes
Letters
6
c · h · i · m · e · s
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “chimes”
The word “chimes” contains 2 syllables, divided as chi · mes. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "chimes" have?
"chimes" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "chimes" into syllables?
"chimes" is divided into syllables as: chi · mes.
What is the Scrabble score for "chimes"?
The Scrabble score for "chimes" is 13 points.
Using “chimes” in writing
Two-syllable words like "chimes" (chi · mes) 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, “chimes” 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 “chimes”
The letters in “chimes” can be rearranged to spell one other word: miches.