How many syllables in “crabbily”?
syllables in "crabbily"
Word details
Syllables
3
crab · bi · ly
Letters
8
c · r · a · b · b · i · l · y
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “crabbily”
The word “crabbily” contains 3 syllables, divided as crab · bi · ly. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "crabbily" have?
"crabbily" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "crabbily" into syllables?
"crabbily" is divided into syllables as: crab · bi · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "crabbily"?
The Scrabble score for "crabbily" is 17 points.
Using “crabbily” in writing
Three-syllable words like "crabbily" (crab · bi · ly) 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, “crabbily” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.