How many syllables in “outcaviled”?
syllables in "outcaviled"
Word details
Syllables
3
outc · avil · ed
Letters
10
o · u · t · c · a · v · i · l · e · d
Scrabble
16
points
Scrabble letter values
Count another word
About the word “outcaviled”
The word “outcaviled” contains 3 syllables, divided as outc · avil · ed. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "outcaviled" have?
"outcaviled" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "outcaviled" into syllables?
"outcaviled" is divided into syllables as: outc · avil · ed.
What is the Scrabble score for "outcaviled"?
The Scrabble score for "outcaviled" is 16 points.
Using “outcaviled” in writing
Three-syllable words like "outcaviled" (outc · avil · ed) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “outcaviled” 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.