How many syllables in “crescendoes”?
syllables in "crescendoes"
Word details
Syllables
3
cre · scen · does
Letters
11
c · r · e · s · c · e · n · d · o · e · s
Scrabble
16
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About the word “crescendoes”
The word “crescendoes” contains 3 syllables, divided as cre · scen · does. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "crescendoes" have?
"crescendoes" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "crescendoes" into syllables?
"crescendoes" is divided into syllables as: cre · scen · does.
What is the Scrabble score for "crescendoes"?
The Scrabble score for "crescendoes" is 16 points.
Using “crescendoes” in writing
Three-syllable words like "crescendoes" (cre · scen · does) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “crescendoes” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.