How many syllables in “chivies”?
syllables in "chivies"
Word details
Syllables
2
chi · vies
Letters
7
c · h · i · v · i · e · s
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “chivies”
The word “chivies” contains 2 syllables, divided as chi · vies. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "chivies" have?
"chivies" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "chivies" into syllables?
"chivies" is divided into syllables as: chi · vies.
What is the Scrabble score for "chivies"?
The Scrabble score for "chivies" is 15 points.
Using “chivies” in writing
Two-syllable words like "chivies" (chi · vies) 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, “chivies” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “chivies”
The letters in “chivies” can be rearranged to spell one other word: vichies.