How many syllables in “ratchets”?
syllables in "ratchets"
Word details
Syllables
2
rat · chets
Letters
8
r · a · t · c · h · e · t · s
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “ratchets”
The word “ratchets” contains 2 syllables, divided as rat · chets. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ratchets" have?
"ratchets" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "ratchets" into syllables?
"ratchets" is divided into syllables as: rat · chets.
What is the Scrabble score for "ratchets"?
The Scrabble score for "ratchets" is 13 points.
Using “ratchets” in writing
Two-syllable words like "ratchets" (rat · chets) 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, “ratchets” is worth 13 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 “ratchets”
The letters in “ratchets” can be rearranged to spell one other word: chatters.