How many syllables in “ground”?
1
syllable in "ground"
ground
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Word details
Syllables
1
ground
Letters
6
g · r · o · u · n · d
Scrabble
8
points
Common word
Scrabble letter values
g2
r1
o1
u1
n1
d2
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About the word “ground”
The word “ground” contains 1 syllable, divided as ground. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ground" have?
"ground" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "ground" into syllables?
"ground" is divided into syllables as: ground.
What is the Scrabble score for "ground"?
The Scrabble score for "ground" is 8 points.
Using “ground” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "ground" 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, “ground” is worth 8 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.