How many syllables in “cringe”?
syllable in "cringe"
Word details
Syllables
1
cringe
Letters
6
c · r · i · n · g · e
Scrabble
9
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “cringe”
The word “cringe” contains 1 syllable, divided as cringe. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cringe" have?
"cringe" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "cringe" into syllables?
"cringe" is divided into syllables as: cringe.
What is the Scrabble score for "cringe"?
The Scrabble score for "cringe" is 9 points.
Using “cringe” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "cringe" 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, “cringe” is worth 9 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 “cringe”
The letters in “cringe” can be rearranged to spell one other word: cering.