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