How many syllables in “chiral”?
syllables in "chiral"
Word details
Syllables
2
chi · ral
Letters
6
c · h · i · r · a · l
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “chiral”
The word “chiral” contains 2 syllables, divided as chi · ral. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "chiral" have?
"chiral" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "chiral" into syllables?
"chiral" is divided into syllables as: chi · ral.
What is the Scrabble score for "chiral"?
The Scrabble score for "chiral" is 11 points.
Using “chiral” in writing
Two-syllable words like "chiral" (chi · ral) 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, “chiral” is worth 11 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 “chiral”
The letters in “chiral” can be rearranged to spell one other word: archil.