How many syllables in “chromatid”?
syllables in "chromatid"
Word details
Syllables
3
chro · ma · tid
Letters
9
c · h · r · o · m · a · t · i · d
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “chromatid”
The word “chromatid” contains 3 syllables, divided as chro · ma · tid. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "chromatid" have?
"chromatid" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "chromatid" into syllables?
"chromatid" is divided into syllables as: chro · ma · tid.
What is the Scrabble score for "chromatid"?
The Scrabble score for "chromatid" is 17 points.
Using “chromatid” in writing
Three-syllable words like "chromatid" (chro · ma · tid) 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, “chromatid” 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 “chromatid”
The letters in “chromatid” can be rearranged to spell one other word: dichromat.