How many syllables in “cry”?
1
syllable in "cry"
cry
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Word details
Syllables
1
cry
Letters
3
c · r · y
Scrabble
8
points
Common word
Scrabble letter values
c3
r1
y4
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About the word “cry”
The word “cry” contains 1 syllable, divided as cry. It has 3 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cry" have?
"cry" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "cry" into syllables?
"cry" is divided into syllables as: cry.
What is the Scrabble score for "cry"?
The Scrabble score for "cry" is 8 points.
Using “cry” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "cry" carries strong natural stress and punchy impact. In haiku, it contributes one full syllable to the 5-7-5 structure. Monosyllabic words anchor lines in free verse and create emphasis when surrounded by longer words.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “cry” is worth 8 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.