How many syllables in “cries”?
syllable in "cries"
Word details
Syllables
1
cries
Letters
5
c · r · i · e · s
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “cries”
The word “cries” contains 1 syllable, divided as cries. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cries" have?
"cries" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "cries" into syllables?
"cries" is divided into syllables as: cries.
What is the Scrabble score for "cries"?
The Scrabble score for "cries" is 7 points.
Using “cries” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "cries" carries strong natural stress and punchy impact. In haiku, it contributes one full syllable to the 5-7-5 structure. Monosyllabic words anchor lines in free verse and create emphasis when surrounded by longer words.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “cries” is worth 7 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “cries”
The letters in “cries” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: cires, rices.