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