How many syllables in “castoff”?
syllables in "castoff"
Word details
Syllables
2
ca · stoff
Letters
7
c · a · s · t · o · f · f
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “castoff”
The word “castoff” contains 2 syllables, divided as ca · stoff. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "castoff" have?
"castoff" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "castoff" into syllables?
"castoff" is divided into syllables as: ca · stoff.
What is the Scrabble score for "castoff"?
The Scrabble score for "castoff" is 15 points.
Using “castoff” in writing
Two-syllable words like "castoff" (ca · stoff) 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, “castoff” 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.
Anagrams of “castoff”
The letters in “castoff” can be rearranged to spell one other word: offcast.