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How many syllables in “outbound”?

2

syllables in "outbound"

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Word details

Syllables

2

out · bound

Letters

8

o · u · t · b · o · u · n · d

Scrabble

11

points

Scrabble letter values

o1
u1
t1
b3
o1
u1
n1
d2

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About the word “outbound

The word outbound contains 2 syllables, divided as out · bound. It has 8 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "outbound" have?

"outbound" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "outbound" into syllables?

"outbound" is divided into syllables as: out · bound.

What is the Scrabble score for "outbound"?

The Scrabble score for "outbound" is 11 points.

Using “outbound” in writing

Two-syllable words like "outbound" (out · bound) 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, outbound is worth 11 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.

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