How many syllables in “crookeries”?
syllables in "crookeries"
Word details
Syllables
3
croo · ke · ries
Letters
10
c · r · o · o · k · e · r · i · e · s
Scrabble
16
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About the word “crookeries”
The word “crookeries” contains 3 syllables, divided as croo · ke · ries. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "crookeries" have?
"crookeries" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "crookeries" into syllables?
"crookeries" is divided into syllables as: croo · ke · ries.
What is the Scrabble score for "crookeries"?
The Scrabble score for "crookeries" is 16 points.
Using “crookeries” in writing
Three-syllable words like "crookeries" (croo · ke · ries) 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, “crookeries” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.