How many syllables in “crabbedness”?
syllables in "crabbedness"
Word details
Syllables
3
crab · bed · ness
Letters
11
c · r · a · b · b · e · d · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
18
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About the word “crabbedness”
The word “crabbedness” contains 3 syllables, divided as crab · bed · ness. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "crabbedness" have?
"crabbedness" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "crabbedness" into syllables?
"crabbedness" is divided into syllables as: crab · bed · ness.
What is the Scrabble score for "crabbedness"?
The Scrabble score for "crabbedness" is 18 points.
Using “crabbedness” in writing
Three-syllable words like "crabbedness" (crab · bed · ness) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “crabbedness” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.