How many syllables in “ratchet”?
syllables in "ratchet"
Word details
Syllables
2
rat · chet
Letters
7
r · a · t · c · h · e · t
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “ratchet”
The word “ratchet” contains 2 syllables, divided as rat · chet. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ratchet" have?
"ratchet" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "ratchet" into syllables?
"ratchet" is divided into syllables as: rat · chet.
What is the Scrabble score for "ratchet"?
The Scrabble score for "ratchet" is 12 points.
Using “ratchet” in writing
Two-syllable words like "ratchet" (rat · chet) 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, “ratchet” is worth 12 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 “ratchet”
The letters in “ratchet” can be rearranged to spell one other word: chatter.