How many syllables in “groundlessness”?
syllables in "groundlessness"
Word details
Syllables
3
groun · dles · sness
Letters
14
g · r · o · u · n · d · l · e · s · s · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
16
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About the word “groundlessness”
The word “groundlessness” contains 3 syllables, divided as groun · dles · sness. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "groundlessness" have?
"groundlessness" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "groundlessness" into syllables?
"groundlessness" is divided into syllables as: groun · dles · sness.
What is the Scrabble score for "groundlessness"?
The Scrabble score for "groundlessness" is 16 points.
Using “groundlessness” in writing
Three-syllable words like "groundlessness" (groun · dles · sness) 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, “groundlessness” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.