How many syllables in “chorea”?
syllables in "chorea"
Word details
Syllables
2
cho · rea
Letters
6
c · h · o · r · e · a
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “chorea”
The word “chorea” contains 2 syllables, divided as cho · rea. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "chorea" have?
"chorea" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "chorea" into syllables?
"chorea" is divided into syllables as: cho · rea.
What is the Scrabble score for "chorea"?
The Scrabble score for "chorea" is 11 points.
Using “chorea” in writing
Two-syllable words like "chorea" (cho · rea) 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, “chorea” is worth 11 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 “chorea”
The letters in “chorea” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: ochrea, orache.