How many syllables in “cruelty”?
syllables in "cruelty"
Word details
Syllables
2
cruel · ty
Letters
7
c · r · u · e · l · t · y
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “cruelty”
The word “cruelty” contains 2 syllables, divided as cruel · ty. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cruelty" have?
"cruelty" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "cruelty" into syllables?
"cruelty" is divided into syllables as: cruel · ty.
What is the Scrabble score for "cruelty"?
The Scrabble score for "cruelty" is 12 points.
Using “cruelty” in writing
Two-syllable words like "cruelty" (cruel · ty) 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, “cruelty” is worth 12 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 “cruelty”
The letters in “cruelty” can be rearranged to spell one other word: cutlery.