How many syllables in “crasis”?
syllables in "crasis"
Word details
Syllables
2
cra · sis
Letters
6
c · r · a · s · i · s
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “crasis”
The word “crasis” contains 2 syllables, divided as cra · sis. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "crasis" have?
"crasis" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "crasis" into syllables?
"crasis" is divided into syllables as: cra · sis.
What is the Scrabble score for "crasis"?
The Scrabble score for "crasis" is 8 points.
Using “crasis” in writing
Two-syllable words like "crasis" (cra · sis) 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, “crasis” is worth 8 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 “crasis”
The letters in “crasis” can be rearranged to spell one other word: crissa.