How many syllables in “crackle”?
syllables in "crackle"
Word details
Syllables
3
cra · ckl · e
Letters
7
c · r · a · c · k · l · e
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “crackle”
The word “crackle” contains 3 syllables, divided as cra · ckl · e. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "crackle" have?
"crackle" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "crackle" into syllables?
"crackle" is divided into syllables as: cra · ckl · e.
What is the Scrabble score for "crackle"?
The Scrabble score for "crackle" is 15 points.
Using “crackle” in writing
Three-syllable words like "crackle" (cra · ckl · e) 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, “crackle” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “crackle”
The letters in “crackle” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: cackler, clacker.