How many syllables in “grandma”?
syllables in "grandma"
Word details
Syllables
2
gran · dma
Letters
7
g · r · a · n · d · m · a
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “grandma”
The word “grandma” contains 2 syllables, divided as gran · dma. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "grandma" have?
"grandma" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "grandma" into syllables?
"grandma" is divided into syllables as: gran · dma.
What is the Scrabble score for "grandma"?
The Scrabble score for "grandma" is 11 points.
Using “grandma” in writing
Two-syllable words like "grandma" (gran · dma) 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, “grandma” is worth 11 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 “grandma”
The letters in “grandma” can be rearranged to spell one other word: grandam.