How many syllables in “groundwaters”?
syllables in "groundwaters"
Word details
Syllables
3
groun · dwa · ters
Letters
12
g · r · o · u · n · d · w · a · t · e · r · s
Scrabble
17
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About the word “groundwaters”
The word “groundwaters” contains 3 syllables, divided as groun · dwa · ters. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "groundwaters" have?
"groundwaters" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "groundwaters" into syllables?
"groundwaters" is divided into syllables as: groun · dwa · ters.
What is the Scrabble score for "groundwaters"?
The Scrabble score for "groundwaters" is 17 points.
Using “groundwaters” in writing
Three-syllable words like "groundwaters" (groun · dwa · ters) 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, “groundwaters” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.