How many syllables in “sachem”?
syllables in "sachem"
Word details
Syllables
2
sac · hem
Letters
6
s · a · c · h · e · m
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “sachem”
The word “sachem” contains 2 syllables, divided as sac · hem. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "sachem" have?
"sachem" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "sachem" into syllables?
"sachem" is divided into syllables as: sac · hem.
What is the Scrabble score for "sachem"?
The Scrabble score for "sachem" is 13 points.
Using “sachem” in writing
Two-syllable words like "sachem" (sac · hem) 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, “sachem” 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 “sachem”
The letters in “sachem” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: maches, samech, schema.