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How many syllables in “cristae”?

2

syllables in "cristae"

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Word details

Syllables

2

cri · stae

Letters

7

c · r · i · s · t · a · e

Scrabble

9

points

Scrabble letter values

c3
r1
i1
s1
t1
a1
e1

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About the word “cristae

The word cristae contains 2 syllables, divided as cri · stae. It has 7 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "cristae" have?

"cristae" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "cristae" into syllables?

"cristae" is divided into syllables as: cri · stae.

What is the Scrabble score for "cristae"?

The Scrabble score for "cristae" is 9 points.

Using “cristae” in writing

Two-syllable words like "cristae" (cri · stae) 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, cristae is worth 9 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 “cristae

The letters in cristae can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: raciest, stearic.

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