How many syllables in “piecrust”?
syllables in "piecrust"
Word details
Syllables
2
pie · crust
Letters
8
p · i · e · c · r · u · s · t
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “piecrust”
The word “piecrust” contains 2 syllables, divided as pie · crust. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "piecrust" have?
"piecrust" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "piecrust" into syllables?
"piecrust" is divided into syllables as: pie · crust.
What is the Scrabble score for "piecrust"?
The Scrabble score for "piecrust" is 12 points.
Using “piecrust” in writing
Two-syllable words like "piecrust" (pie · crust) 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, “piecrust” is worth 12 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 “piecrust”
The letters in “piecrust” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: cuprites, pictures.