How many syllables in “crawling”?
syllables in "crawling"
Word details
Syllables
2
craw · ling
Letters
8
c · r · a · w · l · i · n · g
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “crawling”
The word “crawling” contains 2 syllables, divided as craw · ling. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "crawling" have?
"crawling" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "crawling" into syllables?
"crawling" is divided into syllables as: craw · ling.
What is the Scrabble score for "crawling"?
The Scrabble score for "crawling" is 14 points.
Using “crawling” in writing
Two-syllable words like "crawling" (craw · ling) 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, “crawling” 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.