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