How many syllables in “craton”?
syllables in "craton"
Word details
Syllables
2
cra · ton
Letters
6
c · r · a · t · o · n
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “craton”
The word “craton” contains 2 syllables, divided as cra · ton. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "craton" have?
"craton" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "craton" into syllables?
"craton" is divided into syllables as: cra · ton.
What is the Scrabble score for "craton"?
The Scrabble score for "craton" is 8 points.
Using “craton” in writing
Two-syllable words like "craton" (cra · ton) 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, “craton” 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 “craton”
The letters in “craton” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: cantor, carton, contra.