How many syllables in “crackajack”?
syllables in "crackajack"
Word details
Syllables
3
crac · ka · jack
Letters
10
c · r · a · c · k · a · j · a · c · k
Scrabble
31
points
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About the word “crackajack”
The word “crackajack” contains 3 syllables, divided as crac · ka · jack. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "crackajack" have?
"crackajack" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "crackajack" into syllables?
"crackajack" is divided into syllables as: crac · ka · jack.
What is the Scrabble score for "crackajack"?
The Scrabble score for "crackajack" is 31 points.
Using “crackajack” in writing
Three-syllable words like "crackajack" (crac · ka · jack) 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, “crackajack” is worth 31 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.