How many syllables in “cringle”?
syllables in "cringle"
Word details
Syllables
3
cri · ngl · e
Letters
7
c · r · i · n · g · l · e
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “cringle”
The word “cringle” contains 3 syllables, divided as cri · ngl · e. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cringle" have?
"cringle" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "cringle" into syllables?
"cringle" is divided into syllables as: cri · ngl · e.
What is the Scrabble score for "cringle"?
The Scrabble score for "cringle" is 10 points.
Using “cringle” in writing
Three-syllable words like "cringle" (cri · ngl · e) 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, “cringle” is worth 10 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 “cringle”
The letters in “cringle” can be rearranged to spell one other word: clinger.