How many syllables in “crumbliness”?
syllables in "crumbliness"
Word details
Syllables
3
crum · bli · ness
Letters
11
c · r · u · m · b · l · i · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
17
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About the word “crumbliness”
The word “crumbliness” contains 3 syllables, divided as crum · bli · ness. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "crumbliness" have?
"crumbliness" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "crumbliness" into syllables?
"crumbliness" is divided into syllables as: crum · bli · ness.
What is the Scrabble score for "crumbliness"?
The Scrabble score for "crumbliness" is 17 points.
Using “crumbliness” in writing
Three-syllable words like "crumbliness" (crum · bli · ness) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “crumbliness” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.