How many syllables in “crappie”?
syllables in "crappie"
Word details
Syllables
2
crap · pie
Letters
7
c · r · a · p · p · i · e
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “crappie”
The word “crappie” contains 2 syllables, divided as crap · pie. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "crappie" have?
"crappie" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "crappie" into syllables?
"crappie" is divided into syllables as: crap · pie.
What is the Scrabble score for "crappie"?
The Scrabble score for "crappie" is 13 points.
Using “crappie” in writing
Two-syllable words like "crappie" (crap · pie) 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, “crappie” is worth 13 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 “crappie”
The letters in “crappie” can be rearranged to spell one other word: epicarp.