How many syllables in “ousters”?
syllables in "ousters"
Word details
Syllables
2
ou · sters
Letters
7
o · u · s · t · e · r · s
Scrabble
7
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About the word “ousters”
The word “ousters” contains 2 syllables, divided as ou · sters. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ousters" have?
"ousters" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "ousters" into syllables?
"ousters" is divided into syllables as: ou · sters.
What is the Scrabble score for "ousters"?
The Scrabble score for "ousters" is 7 points.
Using “ousters” in writing
Two-syllable words like "ousters" (ou · sters) 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, “ousters” is worth 7 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 “ousters”
The letters in “ousters” can be rearranged to spell 6 other words: estrous, oestrus, sourest, souters, stoures, tussore.