How many syllables in “cruise”?
syllable in "cruise"
Word details
Syllables
1
cruise
Letters
6
c · r · u · i · s · e
Scrabble
8
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “cruise”
The word “cruise” contains 1 syllable, divided as cruise. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cruise" have?
"cruise" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "cruise" into syllables?
"cruise" is divided into syllables as: cruise.
What is the Scrabble score for "cruise"?
The Scrabble score for "cruise" is 8 points.
Using “cruise” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "cruise" carries strong natural stress and punchy impact. In haiku, it contributes one full syllable to the 5-7-5 structure. Monosyllabic words anchor lines in free verse and create emphasis when surrounded by longer words.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “cruise” is worth 8 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 “cruise”
The letters in “cruise” can be rearranged to spell one other word: curies.