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How many syllables in “crackly”?

2

syllables in "crackly"

crackly
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Word details

Syllables

2

crac · kly

Letters

7

c · r · a · c · k · l · y

Scrabble

18

points

Scrabble letter values

c3
r1
a1
c3
k5
l1
y4

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About the word “crackly

The word crackly contains 2 syllables, divided as crac · kly. It has 7 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "crackly" have?

"crackly" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "crackly" into syllables?

"crackly" is divided into syllables as: crac · kly.

What is the Scrabble score for "crackly"?

The Scrabble score for "crackly" is 18 points.

Using “crackly” in writing

Two-syllable words like "crackly" (crac · kly) 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, crackly is worth 18 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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