How many syllables in “crepey”?
syllables in "crepey"
Word details
Syllables
2
cre · pey
Letters
6
c · r · e · p · e · y
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “crepey”
The word “crepey” contains 2 syllables, divided as cre · pey. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "crepey" have?
"crepey" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "crepey" into syllables?
"crepey" is divided into syllables as: cre · pey.
What is the Scrabble score for "crepey"?
The Scrabble score for "crepey" is 13 points.
Using “crepey” in writing
Two-syllable words like "crepey" (cre · pey) 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, “crepey” is worth 13 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 “crepey”
The letters in “crepey” can be rearranged to spell one other word: creepy.