How many syllables in “cripes”?
syllables in "cripes"
Word details
Syllables
2
cri · pes
Letters
6
c · r · i · p · e · s
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “cripes”
The word “cripes” contains 2 syllables, divided as cri · pes. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cripes" have?
"cripes" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "cripes" into syllables?
"cripes" is divided into syllables as: cri · pes.
What is the Scrabble score for "cripes"?
The Scrabble score for "cripes" is 10 points.
Using “cripes” in writing
Two-syllable words like "cripes" (cri · pes) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “cripes” 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 “cripes”
The letters in “cripes” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: precis, prices, spicer.