How many syllables in “chrysotile”?
syllables in "chrysotile"
Word details
Syllables
4
chry · so · ti · le
Letters
10
c · h · r · y · s · o · t · i · l · e
Scrabble
18
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About the word “chrysotile”
The word “chrysotile” contains 4 syllables, divided as chry · so · ti · le. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "chrysotile" have?
"chrysotile" has 4 syllables.
How do you divide "chrysotile" into syllables?
"chrysotile" is divided into syllables as: chry · so · ti · le.
What is the Scrabble score for "chrysotile"?
The Scrabble score for "chrysotile" is 18 points.
Using “chrysotile” in writing
Four-syllable words like "chrysotile" (chry · so · ti · le) span two full iambic feet. In a line of iambic pentameter (10 syllables), a four-syllable word takes nearly half the line, making it a powerful anchor. Use it deliberately — multi-syllable words slow the reader down and add weight.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “chrysotile” is worth 18 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 “chrysotile”
The letters in “chrysotile” can be rearranged to spell one other word: chrysolite.