How many syllables in “crisscrossing”?
syllables in "crisscrossing"
Word details
Syllables
3
cris · scros · sing
Letters
13
c · r · i · s · s · c · r · o · s · s · i · n · g
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “crisscrossing”
The word “crisscrossing” contains 3 syllables, divided as cris · scros · sing. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "crisscrossing" have?
"crisscrossing" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "crisscrossing" into syllables?
"crisscrossing" is divided into syllables as: cris · scros · sing.
What is the Scrabble score for "crisscrossing"?
The Scrabble score for "crisscrossing" is 18 points.
Using “crisscrossing” in writing
Three-syllable words like "crisscrossing" (cris · scros · sing) 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, “crisscrossing” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.