How many syllables in “chowders”?
syllables in "chowders"
Word details
Syllables
2
chow · ders
Letters
8
c · h · o · w · d · e · r · s
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “chowders”
The word “chowders” contains 2 syllables, divided as chow · ders. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "chowders" have?
"chowders" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "chowders" into syllables?
"chowders" is divided into syllables as: chow · ders.
What is the Scrabble score for "chowders"?
The Scrabble score for "chowders" is 17 points.
Using “chowders” in writing
Two-syllable words like "chowders" (chow · ders) 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, “chowders” is worth 17 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 “chowders”
The letters in “chowders” can be rearranged to spell one other word: cowherds.