How many syllables in “brownouts”?
syllables in "brownouts"
Word details
Syllables
2
brow · nouts
Letters
9
b · r · o · w · n · o · u · t · s
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “brownouts”
The word “brownouts” contains 2 syllables, divided as brow · nouts. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "brownouts" have?
"brownouts" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "brownouts" into syllables?
"brownouts" is divided into syllables as: brow · nouts.
What is the Scrabble score for "brownouts"?
The Scrabble score for "brownouts" is 14 points.
Using “brownouts” in writing
Two-syllable words like "brownouts" (brow · nouts) 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, “brownouts” 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.