How many syllables in “grumpy”?
syllables in "grumpy"
Word details
Syllables
2
grum · py
Letters
6
g · r · u · m · p · y
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “grumpy”
The word “grumpy” contains 2 syllables, divided as grum · py. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "grumpy" have?
"grumpy" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "grumpy" into syllables?
"grumpy" is divided into syllables as: grum · py.
What is the Scrabble score for "grumpy"?
The Scrabble score for "grumpy" is 14 points.
Using “grumpy” in writing
Two-syllable words like "grumpy" (grum · py) 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, “grumpy” 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.