How many syllables in “crabbednesses”?
syllables in "crabbednesses"
Word details
Syllables
3
crabb · ednes · ses
Letters
13
c · r · a · b · b · e · d · n · e · s · s · e · s
Scrabble
20
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About the word “crabbednesses”
The word “crabbednesses” contains 3 syllables, divided as crabb · ednes · ses. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "crabbednesses" have?
"crabbednesses" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "crabbednesses" into syllables?
"crabbednesses" is divided into syllables as: crabb · ednes · ses.
What is the Scrabble score for "crabbednesses"?
The Scrabble score for "crabbednesses" is 20 points.
Using “crabbednesses” in writing
Three-syllable words like "crabbednesses" (crabb · ednes · ses) 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, “crabbednesses” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.