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