How many syllables in “crybaby”?
syllables in "crybaby"
Word details
Syllables
3
cry · ba · by
Letters
7
c · r · y · b · a · b · y
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “crybaby”
The word “crybaby” contains 3 syllables, divided as cry · ba · by. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "crybaby" have?
"crybaby" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "crybaby" into syllables?
"crybaby" is divided into syllables as: cry · ba · by.
What is the Scrabble score for "crybaby"?
The Scrabble score for "crybaby" is 19 points.
Using “crybaby” in writing
Three-syllable words like "crybaby" (cry · ba · by) 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, “crybaby” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.