How many syllables in “grasshopper”?
syllables in "grasshopper"
Word details
Syllables
3
gras · shop · per
Letters
11
g · r · a · s · s · h · o · p · p · e · r
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “grasshopper”
The word “grasshopper” contains 3 syllables, divided as gras · shop · per. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "grasshopper" have?
"grasshopper" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "grasshopper" into syllables?
"grasshopper" is divided into syllables as: gras · shop · per.
What is the Scrabble score for "grasshopper"?
The Scrabble score for "grasshopper" is 19 points.
Using “grasshopper” in writing
Three-syllable words like "grasshopper" (gras · shop · per) 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, “grasshopper” 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.