How many syllables in “groin”?
syllable in "groin"
Word details
Syllables
1
groin
Letters
5
g · r · o · i · n
Scrabble
6
points
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About the word “groin”
The word “groin” contains 1 syllable, divided as groin. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "groin" have?
"groin" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "groin" into syllables?
"groin" is divided into syllables as: groin.
What is the Scrabble score for "groin"?
The Scrabble score for "groin" is 6 points.
Using “groin” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "groin" 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, “groin” 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 “groin”
The letters in “groin” can be rearranged to spell one other word: giron.