How many syllables in “outcompetes”?
syllables in "outcompetes"
Word details
Syllables
4
out · com · pe · tes
Letters
11
o · u · t · c · o · m · p · e · t · e · s
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “outcompetes”
The word “outcompetes” contains 4 syllables, divided as out · com · pe · tes. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "outcompetes" have?
"outcompetes" has 4 syllables.
How do you divide "outcompetes" into syllables?
"outcompetes" is divided into syllables as: out · com · pe · tes.
What is the Scrabble score for "outcompetes"?
The Scrabble score for "outcompetes" is 17 points.
Using “outcompetes” in writing
Four-syllable words like "outcompetes" (out · com · pe · tes) span two full iambic feet. In a line of iambic pentameter (10 syllables), a four-syllable word takes nearly half the line, making it a powerful anchor. Use it deliberately — multi-syllable words slow the reader down and add weight.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “outcompetes” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.