How many syllables in “castoffs”?
syllables in "castoffs"
Word details
Syllables
2
ca · stoffs
Letters
8
c · a · s · t · o · f · f · s
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “castoffs”
The word “castoffs” contains 2 syllables, divided as ca · stoffs. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "castoffs" have?
"castoffs" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "castoffs" into syllables?
"castoffs" is divided into syllables as: ca · stoffs.
What is the Scrabble score for "castoffs"?
The Scrabble score for "castoffs" is 16 points.
Using “castoffs” in writing
Two-syllable words like "castoffs" (ca · stoffs) 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, “castoffs” is worth 16 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 “castoffs”
The letters in “castoffs” can be rearranged to spell one other word: offcasts.