How many syllables in “cremains”?
syllables in "cremains"
Word details
Syllables
2
cre · mains
Letters
8
c · r · e · m · a · i · n · s
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “cremains”
The word “cremains” contains 2 syllables, divided as cre · mains. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cremains" have?
"cremains" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "cremains" into syllables?
"cremains" is divided into syllables as: cre · mains.
What is the Scrabble score for "cremains"?
The Scrabble score for "cremains" is 12 points.
Using “cremains” in writing
Two-syllable words like "cremains" (cre · mains) 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, “cremains” is worth 12 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 “cremains”
The letters in “cremains” can be rearranged to spell one other word: carmines.