How many syllables in “groundlings”?
syllables in "groundlings"
Word details
Syllables
2
groun · dlings
Letters
11
g · r · o · u · n · d · l · i · n · g · s
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “groundlings”
The word “groundlings” contains 2 syllables, divided as groun · dlings. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "groundlings" have?
"groundlings" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "groundlings" into syllables?
"groundlings" is divided into syllables as: groun · dlings.
What is the Scrabble score for "groundlings"?
The Scrabble score for "groundlings" is 14 points.
Using “groundlings” in writing
Two-syllable words like "groundlings" (groun · dlings) 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, “groundlings” is worth 14 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.