How many syllables in “cruiser”?
syllables in "cruiser"
Word details
Syllables
2
crui · ser
Letters
7
c · r · u · i · s · e · r
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “cruiser”
The word “cruiser” contains 2 syllables, divided as crui · ser. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cruiser" have?
"cruiser" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "cruiser" into syllables?
"cruiser" is divided into syllables as: crui · ser.
What is the Scrabble score for "cruiser"?
The Scrabble score for "cruiser" is 9 points.
Using “cruiser” in writing
Two-syllable words like "cruiser" (crui · ser) 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, “cruiser” 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 “cruiser”
The letters in “cruiser” can be rearranged to spell one other word: curries.