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