How many syllables in “cripplingly”?
syllables in "cripplingly"
Word details
Syllables
3
crip · plin · gly
Letters
11
c · r · i · p · p · l · i · n · g · l · y
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “cripplingly”
The word “cripplingly” contains 3 syllables, divided as crip · plin · gly. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cripplingly" have?
"cripplingly" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "cripplingly" into syllables?
"cripplingly" is divided into syllables as: crip · plin · gly.
What is the Scrabble score for "cripplingly"?
The Scrabble score for "cripplingly" is 21 points.
Using “cripplingly” in writing
Three-syllable words like "cripplingly" (crip · plin · gly) 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, “cripplingly” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.