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How many syllables in “chivying”?

2

syllables in "chivying"

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Word details

Syllables

2

chi · vying

Letters

8

c · h · i · v · y · i · n · g

Scrabble

20

points

Scrabble letter values

c3
h4
i1
v4
y4
i1
n1
g2

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About the word “chivying

The word chivying contains 2 syllables, divided as chi · vying. It has 8 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "chivying" have?

"chivying" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "chivying" into syllables?

"chivying" is divided into syllables as: chi · vying.

What is the Scrabble score for "chivying"?

The Scrabble score for "chivying" is 20 points.

Using “chivying” in writing

Two-syllable words like "chivying" (chi · vying) 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, chivying is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.

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