How many syllables in “chitling”?
syllables in "chitling"
Word details
Syllables
2
chit · ling
Letters
8
c · h · i · t · l · i · n · g
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “chitling”
The word “chitling” contains 2 syllables, divided as chit · ling. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "chitling" have?
"chitling" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "chitling" into syllables?
"chitling" is divided into syllables as: chit · ling.
What is the Scrabble score for "chitling"?
The Scrabble score for "chitling" is 14 points.
Using “chitling” in writing
Two-syllable words like "chitling" (chit · ling) 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, “chitling” is worth 14 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 “chitling”
The letters in “chitling” can be rearranged to spell one other word: lichting.