How many syllables in “crowbarring”?
syllables in "crowbarring"
Word details
Syllables
3
crow · bar · ring
Letters
11
c · r · o · w · b · a · r · r · i · n · g
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “crowbarring”
The word “crowbarring” contains 3 syllables, divided as crow · bar · ring. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "crowbarring" have?
"crowbarring" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "crowbarring" into syllables?
"crowbarring" is divided into syllables as: crow · bar · ring.
What is the Scrabble score for "crowbarring"?
The Scrabble score for "crowbarring" is 19 points.
Using “crowbarring” in writing
Three-syllable words like "crowbarring" (crow · bar · ring) 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, “crowbarring” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.