How many syllables in “chromites”?
syllables in "chromites"
Word details
Syllables
3
chro · mi · tes
Letters
9
c · h · r · o · m · i · t · e · s
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “chromites”
The word “chromites” contains 3 syllables, divided as chro · mi · tes. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "chromites" have?
"chromites" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "chromites" into syllables?
"chromites" is divided into syllables as: chro · mi · tes.
What is the Scrabble score for "chromites"?
The Scrabble score for "chromites" is 16 points.
Using “chromites” in writing
Three-syllable words like "chromites" (chro · mi · tes) 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, “chromites” is worth 16 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 “chromites”
The letters in “chromites” can be rearranged to spell one other word: trichomes.