How many syllables in “crepes”?
syllables in "crepes"
Word details
Syllables
2
cre · pes
Letters
6
c · r · e · p · e · s
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “crepes”
The word “crepes” contains 2 syllables, divided as cre · pes. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "crepes" have?
"crepes" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "crepes" into syllables?
"crepes" is divided into syllables as: cre · pes.
What is the Scrabble score for "crepes"?
The Scrabble score for "crepes" is 10 points.
Using “crepes” in writing
Two-syllable words like "crepes" (cre · pes) 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, “crepes” is worth 10 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 “crepes”
The letters in “crepes” can be rearranged to spell one other word: creeps.