How many syllables in “crabs”?
syllable in "crabs"
Word details
Syllables
1
crabs
Letters
5
c · r · a · b · s
Scrabble
9
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “crabs”
The word “crabs” contains 1 syllable, divided as crabs. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "crabs" have?
"crabs" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "crabs" into syllables?
"crabs" is divided into syllables as: crabs.
What is the Scrabble score for "crabs"?
The Scrabble score for "crabs" is 9 points.
Using “crabs” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "crabs" carries strong natural stress and punchy impact. In haiku, it contributes one full syllable to the 5-7-5 structure. Monosyllabic words anchor lines in free verse and create emphasis when surrounded by longer words.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “crabs” is worth 9 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 “crabs”
The letters in “crabs” can be rearranged to spell one other word: carbs.