How many syllables in “crawlways”?
syllables in "crawlways"
Word details
Syllables
2
craw · lways
Letters
9
c · r · a · w · l · w · a · y · s
Scrabble
20
points
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About the word “crawlways”
The word “crawlways” contains 2 syllables, divided as craw · lways. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "crawlways" have?
"crawlways" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "crawlways" into syllables?
"crawlways" is divided into syllables as: craw · lways.
What is the Scrabble score for "crawlways"?
The Scrabble score for "crawlways" is 20 points.
Using “crawlways” in writing
Two-syllable words like "crawlways" (craw · lways) 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, “crawlways” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.