How many syllables in “crappies”?
syllables in "crappies"
Word details
Syllables
2
crap · pies
Letters
8
c · r · a · p · p · i · e · s
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “crappies”
The word “crappies” contains 2 syllables, divided as crap · pies. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "crappies" have?
"crappies" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "crappies" into syllables?
"crappies" is divided into syllables as: crap · pies.
What is the Scrabble score for "crappies"?
The Scrabble score for "crappies" is 14 points.
Using “crappies” in writing
Two-syllable words like "crappies" (crap · pies) 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, “crappies” is worth 14 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 “crappies”
The letters in “crappies” can be rearranged to spell one other word: epicarps.