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How many syllables in “outclasses”?

2

syllables in "outclasses"

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Word details

Syllables

2

outcl · asses

Letters

10

o · u · t · c · l · a · s · s · e · s

Scrabble

12

points

Scrabble letter values

o1
u1
t1
c3
l1
a1
s1
s1
e1
s1

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About the word “outclasses

The word outclasses contains 2 syllables, divided as outcl · asses. It has 10 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "outclasses" have?

"outclasses" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "outclasses" into syllables?

"outclasses" is divided into syllables as: outcl · asses.

What is the Scrabble score for "outclasses"?

The Scrabble score for "outclasses" is 12 points.

Using “outclasses” in writing

Two-syllable words like "outclasses" (outcl · asses) 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, outclasses is worth 12 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.

Anagrams of “outclasses

The letters in outclasses can be rearranged to spell one other word: cassoulets.

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