How many syllables in “crayonist”?
syllables in "crayonist"
Word details
Syllables
2
crayo · nist
Letters
9
c · r · a · y · o · n · i · s · t
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “crayonist”
The word “crayonist” contains 2 syllables, divided as crayo · nist. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "crayonist" have?
"crayonist" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "crayonist" into syllables?
"crayonist" is divided into syllables as: crayo · nist.
What is the Scrabble score for "crayonist"?
The Scrabble score for "crayonist" is 14 points.
Using “crayonist” in writing
Two-syllable words like "crayonist" (crayo · nist) 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, “crayonist” 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.
Anagrams of “crayonist”
The letters in “crayonist” can be rearranged to spell one other word: caryotins.