How many syllables in “ouster”?
syllables in "ouster"
Word details
Syllables
2
ou · ster
Letters
6
o · u · s · t · e · r
Scrabble
6
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About the word “ouster”
The word “ouster” contains 2 syllables, divided as ou · ster. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ouster" have?
"ouster" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "ouster" into syllables?
"ouster" is divided into syllables as: ou · ster.
What is the Scrabble score for "ouster"?
The Scrabble score for "ouster" is 6 points.
Using “ouster” in writing
Two-syllable words like "ouster" (ou · ster) 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, “ouster” is worth 6 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “ouster”
The letters in “ouster” can be rearranged to spell 4 other words: outers, routes, souter, stoure.