How many syllables in “groan”?
syllable in "groan"
Word details
Syllables
1
groan
Letters
5
g · r · o · a · n
Scrabble
6
points
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About the word “groan”
The word “groan” contains 1 syllable, divided as groan. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "groan" have?
"groan" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "groan" into syllables?
"groan" is divided into syllables as: groan.
What is the Scrabble score for "groan"?
The Scrabble score for "groan" is 6 points.
Using “groan” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "groan" carries strong natural stress and punchy impact. In haiku, it contributes one full syllable to the 5-7-5 structure. Monosyllabic words anchor lines in free verse and create emphasis when surrounded by longer words.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “groan” is worth 6 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “groan”
The letters in “groan” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: argon, orang, organ.