How many syllables in “grubbiness”?
syllables in "grubbiness"
Word details
Syllables
3
grub · bi · ness
Letters
10
g · r · u · b · b · i · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
15
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About the word “grubbiness”
The word “grubbiness” contains 3 syllables, divided as grub · bi · ness. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "grubbiness" have?
"grubbiness" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "grubbiness" into syllables?
"grubbiness" is divided into syllables as: grub · bi · ness.
What is the Scrabble score for "grubbiness"?
The Scrabble score for "grubbiness" is 15 points.
Using “grubbiness” in writing
Three-syllable words like "grubbiness" (grub · bi · ness) 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, “grubbiness” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.