How many syllables in “crankinesses”?
syllables in "crankinesses"
Word details
Syllables
3
cran · kine · sses
Letters
12
c · r · a · n · k · i · n · e · s · s · e · s
Scrabble
18
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About the word “crankinesses”
The word “crankinesses” contains 3 syllables, divided as cran · kine · sses. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "crankinesses" have?
"crankinesses" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "crankinesses" into syllables?
"crankinesses" is divided into syllables as: cran · kine · sses.
What is the Scrabble score for "crankinesses"?
The Scrabble score for "crankinesses" is 18 points.
Using “crankinesses” in writing
Three-syllable words like "crankinesses" (cran · kine · sses) 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, “crankinesses” 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.