How many syllables in “crawfishes”?
syllables in "crawfishes"
Word details
Syllables
2
crawf · ishes
Letters
10
c · r · a · w · f · i · s · h · e · s
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “crawfishes”
The word “crawfishes” contains 2 syllables, divided as crawf · ishes. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "crawfishes" have?
"crawfishes" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "crawfishes" into syllables?
"crawfishes" is divided into syllables as: crawf · ishes.
What is the Scrabble score for "crawfishes"?
The Scrabble score for "crawfishes" is 21 points.
Using “crawfishes” in writing
Two-syllable words like "crawfishes" (crawf · ishes) 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, “crawfishes” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.