How many syllables in “crestfallen”?
syllables in "crestfallen"
Word details
Syllables
3
cres · tfal · len
Letters
11
c · r · e · s · t · f · a · l · l · e · n
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “crestfallen”
The word “crestfallen” contains 3 syllables, divided as cres · tfal · len. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "crestfallen" have?
"crestfallen" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "crestfallen" into syllables?
"crestfallen" is divided into syllables as: cres · tfal · len.
What is the Scrabble score for "crestfallen"?
The Scrabble score for "crestfallen" is 16 points.
Using “crestfallen” in writing
Three-syllable words like "crestfallen" (cres · tfal · len) 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, “crestfallen” 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.