How many syllables in “chlorite”?
syllables in "chlorite"
Word details
Syllables
2
chlo · rite
Letters
8
c · h · l · o · r · i · t · e
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “chlorite”
The word “chlorite” contains 2 syllables, divided as chlo · rite. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "chlorite" have?
"chlorite" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "chlorite" into syllables?
"chlorite" is divided into syllables as: chlo · rite.
What is the Scrabble score for "chlorite"?
The Scrabble score for "chlorite" is 13 points.
Using “chlorite” in writing
Two-syllable words like "chlorite" (chlo · rite) 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, “chlorite” is worth 13 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 “chlorite”
The letters in “chlorite” can be rearranged to spell one other word: clothier.