How many syllables in “crannies”?
syllables in "crannies"
Word details
Syllables
2
cran · nies
Letters
8
c · r · a · n · n · i · e · s
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “crannies”
The word “crannies” contains 2 syllables, divided as cran · nies. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "crannies" have?
"crannies" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "crannies" into syllables?
"crannies" is divided into syllables as: cran · nies.
What is the Scrabble score for "crannies"?
The Scrabble score for "crannies" is 10 points.
Using “crannies” in writing
Two-syllable words like "crannies" (cran · nies) 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, “crannies” is worth 10 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.
Anagrams of “crannies”
The letters in “crannies” can be rearranged to spell one other word: narceins.