how many pairs of chromosomes do human cells have? June 27, 2026 • 1 min read TwitterFacebookWhatsAppLinkedInTelegramCopy Link Human body (somatic) cells usually have 23 pairs of chromosomes , for a total of 46 chromosomes. Written by Veeravelan "In books, I have traveled, not only to other worlds, but into my own." — This philosophy guides my writing and exploration of ideas.