How many syllables in “crustier”?
syllables in "crustier"
Word details
Syllables
2
cru · stier
Letters
8
c · r · u · s · t · i · e · r
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “crustier”
The word “crustier” contains 2 syllables, divided as cru · stier. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "crustier" have?
"crustier" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "crustier" into syllables?
"crustier" is divided into syllables as: cru · stier.
What is the Scrabble score for "crustier"?
The Scrabble score for "crustier" is 10 points.
Using “crustier” in writing
Two-syllable words like "crustier" (cru · stier) 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, “crustier” 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 “crustier”
The letters in “crustier” can be rearranged to spell one other word: recruits.