How many syllables in “grandmothers”?
syllables in "grandmothers"
Word details
Syllables
3
gran · dmot · hers
Letters
12
g · r · a · n · d · m · o · t · h · e · r · s
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “grandmothers”
The word “grandmothers” contains 3 syllables, divided as gran · dmot · hers. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "grandmothers" have?
"grandmothers" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "grandmothers" into syllables?
"grandmothers" is divided into syllables as: gran · dmot · hers.
What is the Scrabble score for "grandmothers"?
The Scrabble score for "grandmothers" is 19 points.
Using “grandmothers” in writing
Three-syllable words like "grandmothers" (gran · dmot · hers) 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, “grandmothers” 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.