How many syllables in “groundskeepers”?
syllables in "groundskeepers"
Word details
Syllables
3
ground · skee · pers
Letters
14
g · r · o · u · n · d · s · k · e · e · p · e · r · s
Scrabble
22
points
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About the word “groundskeepers”
The word “groundskeepers” contains 3 syllables, divided as ground · skee · pers. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "groundskeepers" have?
"groundskeepers" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "groundskeepers" into syllables?
"groundskeepers" is divided into syllables as: ground · skee · pers.
What is the Scrabble score for "groundskeepers"?
The Scrabble score for "groundskeepers" is 22 points.
Using “groundskeepers” in writing
Three-syllable words like "groundskeepers" (ground · skee · pers) 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, “groundskeepers” is worth 22 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.