How many syllables in “cutoff”?
syllables in "cutoff"
Word details
Syllables
2
cu · toff
Letters
6
c · u · t · o · f · f
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “cutoff”
The word “cutoff” contains 2 syllables, divided as cu · toff. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cutoff" have?
"cutoff" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "cutoff" into syllables?
"cutoff" is divided into syllables as: cu · toff.
What is the Scrabble score for "cutoff"?
The Scrabble score for "cutoff" is 14 points.
Using “cutoff” in writing
Two-syllable words like "cutoff" (cu · toff) 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, “cutoff” 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.
Anagrams of “cutoff”
The letters in “cutoff” can be rearranged to spell one other word: offcut.