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How many syllables in “crackbrain”?

2

syllables in "crackbrain"

crackbrain
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Word details

Syllables

2

crack · brain

Letters

10

c · r · a · c · k · b · r · a · i · n

Scrabble

20

points

Scrabble letter values

c3
r1
a1
c3
k5
b3
r1
a1
i1
n1

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About the word “crackbrain

The word crackbrain contains 2 syllables, divided as crack · brain. It has 10 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "crackbrain" have?

"crackbrain" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "crackbrain" into syllables?

"crackbrain" is divided into syllables as: crack · brain.

What is the Scrabble score for "crackbrain"?

The Scrabble score for "crackbrain" is 20 points.

Using “crackbrain” in writing

Two-syllable words like "crackbrain" (crack · brain) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.

In word games

In Scrabble and Words With Friends, crackbrain 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.

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