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