How many syllables in “crackerjack”?
syllables in "crackerjack"
Word details
Syllables
3
crac · ker · jack
Letters
11
c · r · a · c · k · e · r · j · a · c · k
Scrabble
32
points
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About the word “crackerjack”
The word “crackerjack” contains 3 syllables, divided as crac · ker · jack. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "crackerjack" have?
"crackerjack" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "crackerjack" into syllables?
"crackerjack" is divided into syllables as: crac · ker · jack.
What is the Scrabble score for "crackerjack"?
The Scrabble score for "crackerjack" is 32 points.
Using “crackerjack” in writing
Three-syllable words like "crackerjack" (crac · ker · 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, “crackerjack” is worth 32 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.