How many syllables in “crooking”?
syllables in "crooking"
Word details
Syllables
2
croo · king
Letters
8
c · r · o · o · k · i · n · g
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “crooking”
The word “crooking” contains 2 syllables, divided as croo · king. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "crooking" have?
"crooking" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "crooking" into syllables?
"crooking" is divided into syllables as: croo · king.
What is the Scrabble score for "crooking"?
The Scrabble score for "crooking" is 15 points.
Using “crooking” in writing
Two-syllable words like "crooking" (croo · king) 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, “crooking” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.