How many syllables in “grandbabies”?
syllables in "grandbabies"
Word details
Syllables
3
gran · dba · bies
Letters
11
g · r · a · n · d · b · a · b · i · e · s
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “grandbabies”
The word “grandbabies” contains 3 syllables, divided as gran · dba · bies. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "grandbabies" have?
"grandbabies" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "grandbabies" into syllables?
"grandbabies" is divided into syllables as: gran · dba · bies.
What is the Scrabble score for "grandbabies"?
The Scrabble score for "grandbabies" is 17 points.
Using “grandbabies” in writing
Three-syllable words like "grandbabies" (gran · dba · bies) 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, “grandbabies” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.