How many syllables in “cruder”?
syllables in "cruder"
Word details
Syllables
2
cru · der
Letters
6
c · r · u · d · e · r
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “cruder”
The word “cruder” contains 2 syllables, divided as cru · der. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cruder" have?
"cruder" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "cruder" into syllables?
"cruder" is divided into syllables as: cru · der.
What is the Scrabble score for "cruder"?
The Scrabble score for "cruder" is 9 points.
Using “cruder” in writing
Two-syllable words like "cruder" (cru · der) 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, “cruder” is worth 9 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 “cruder”
The letters in “cruder” can be rearranged to spell one other word: curred.