How many syllables in “crawlway”?
syllables in "crawlway"
Word details
Syllables
2
craw · lway
Letters
8
c · r · a · w · l · w · a · y
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “crawlway”
The word “crawlway” contains 2 syllables, divided as craw · lway. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "crawlway" have?
"crawlway" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "crawlway" into syllables?
"crawlway" is divided into syllables as: craw · lway.
What is the Scrabble score for "crawlway"?
The Scrabble score for "crawlway" is 19 points.
Using “crawlway” in writing
Two-syllable words like "crawlway" (craw · lway) 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, “crawlway” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.