How many syllables in “outcompeting”?
syllables in "outcompeting"
Word details
Syllables
4
out · com · pe · ting
Letters
12
o · u · t · c · o · m · p · e · t · i · n · g
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “outcompeting”
The word “outcompeting” contains 4 syllables, divided as out · com · pe · ting. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "outcompeting" have?
"outcompeting" has 4 syllables.
How do you divide "outcompeting" into syllables?
"outcompeting" is divided into syllables as: out · com · pe · ting.
What is the Scrabble score for "outcompeting"?
The Scrabble score for "outcompeting" is 19 points.
Using “outcompeting” in writing
Four-syllable words like "outcompeting" (out · com · pe · ting) 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, “outcompeting” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.