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