How many syllables in “groundwater”?
syllables in "groundwater"
Word details
Syllables
3
groun · dwa · ter
Letters
11
g · r · o · u · n · d · w · a · t · e · r
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “groundwater”
The word “groundwater” contains 3 syllables, divided as groun · dwa · ter. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "groundwater" have?
"groundwater" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "groundwater" into syllables?
"groundwater" is divided into syllables as: groun · dwa · ter.
What is the Scrabble score for "groundwater"?
The Scrabble score for "groundwater" is 16 points.
Using “groundwater” in writing
Three-syllable words like "groundwater" (groun · dwa · ter) 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, “groundwater” 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.