How many syllables in “crane”?
syllable in "crane"
Word details
Syllables
1
crane
Letters
5
c · r · a · n · e
Scrabble
7
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “crane”
The word “crane” contains 1 syllable, divided as crane. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "crane" have?
"crane" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "crane" into syllables?
"crane" is divided into syllables as: crane.
What is the Scrabble score for "crane"?
The Scrabble score for "crane" is 7 points.
Using “crane” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "crane" carries strong natural stress and punchy impact. In haiku, it contributes one full syllable to the 5-7-5 structure. Monosyllabic words anchor lines in free verse and create emphasis when surrounded by longer words.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “crane” is worth 7 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “crane”
The letters in “crane” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: caner, nacre, rance.