How many syllables in “cholera”?
syllables in "cholera"
Word details
Syllables
3
cho · le · ra
Letters
7
c · h · o · l · e · r · a
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “cholera”
The word “cholera” contains 3 syllables, divided as cho · le · ra. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cholera" have?
"cholera" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "cholera" into syllables?
"cholera" is divided into syllables as: cho · le · ra.
What is the Scrabble score for "cholera"?
The Scrabble score for "cholera" is 12 points.
Using “cholera” in writing
Three-syllable words like "cholera" (cho · le · ra) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “cholera” is worth 12 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 “cholera”
The letters in “cholera” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: chorale, choreal.