How many syllables in “layabout”?
syllables in "layabout"
Word details
Syllables
2
laya · bout
Letters
8
l · a · y · a · b · o · u · t
Scrabble
13
points
Scrabble letter values
Count another word
About the word “layabout”
The word “layabout” contains 2 syllables, divided as laya · bout. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "layabout" have?
"layabout" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "layabout" into syllables?
"layabout" is divided into syllables as: laya · bout.
What is the Scrabble score for "layabout"?
The Scrabble score for "layabout" is 13 points.
Using “layabout” in writing
Two-syllable words like "layabout" (laya · bout) 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, “layabout” is worth 13 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.