How many syllables in “groundless”?
syllables in "groundless"
Word details
Syllables
2
groun · dless
Letters
10
g · r · o · u · n · d · l · e · s · s
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “groundless”
The word “groundless” contains 2 syllables, divided as groun · dless. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "groundless" have?
"groundless" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "groundless" into syllables?
"groundless" is divided into syllables as: groun · dless.
What is the Scrabble score for "groundless"?
The Scrabble score for "groundless" is 12 points.
Using “groundless” in writing
Two-syllable words like "groundless" (groun · dless) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “groundless” is worth 12 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.
Anagrams of “groundless”
The letters in “groundless” can be rearranged to spell one other word: groundsels.