How many syllables in “crawliest”?
syllables in "crawliest"
Word details
Syllables
2
craw · liest
Letters
9
c · r · a · w · l · i · e · s · t
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “crawliest”
The word “crawliest” contains 2 syllables, divided as craw · liest. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "crawliest" have?
"crawliest" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "crawliest" into syllables?
"crawliest" is divided into syllables as: craw · liest.
What is the Scrabble score for "crawliest"?
The Scrabble score for "crawliest" is 14 points.
Using “crawliest” in writing
Two-syllable words like "crawliest" (craw · liest) 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, “crawliest” 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.