How many syllables in “cripplers”?
syllables in "cripplers"
Word details
Syllables
2
crip · plers
Letters
9
c · r · i · p · p · l · e · r · s
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “cripplers”
The word “cripplers” contains 2 syllables, divided as crip · plers. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cripplers" have?
"cripplers" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "cripplers" into syllables?
"cripplers" is divided into syllables as: crip · plers.
What is the Scrabble score for "cripplers"?
The Scrabble score for "cripplers" is 15 points.
Using “cripplers” in writing
Two-syllable words like "cripplers" (crip · plers) 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, “cripplers” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.