How many syllables in “crocus”?
syllables in "crocus"
Word details
Syllables
2
cro · cus
Letters
6
c · r · o · c · u · s
Scrabble
10
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About the word “crocus”
The word “crocus” contains 2 syllables, divided as cro · cus. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "crocus" have?
"crocus" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "crocus" into syllables?
"crocus" is divided into syllables as: cro · cus.
What is the Scrabble score for "crocus"?
The Scrabble score for "crocus" is 10 points.
Using “crocus” in writing
Two-syllable words like "crocus" (cro · cus) 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, “crocus” 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 “crocus”
The letters in “crocus” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: occurs, succor.