How many syllables in “crusted”?
syllables in "crusted"
Word details
Syllables
2
cru · sted
Letters
7
c · r · u · s · t · e · d
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “crusted”
The word “crusted” contains 2 syllables, divided as cru · sted. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "crusted" have?
"crusted" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "crusted" into syllables?
"crusted" is divided into syllables as: cru · sted.
What is the Scrabble score for "crusted"?
The Scrabble score for "crusted" is 10 points.
Using “crusted” in writing
Two-syllable words like "crusted" (cru · sted) 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, “crusted” is worth 10 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 “crusted”
The letters in “crusted” can be rearranged to spell one other word: crudest.