How many syllables in “outcrawling”?
syllables in "outcrawling"
Word details
Syllables
3
out · craw · ling
Letters
11
o · u · t · c · r · a · w · l · i · n · g
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “outcrawling”
The word “outcrawling” contains 3 syllables, divided as out · craw · ling. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "outcrawling" have?
"outcrawling" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "outcrawling" into syllables?
"outcrawling" is divided into syllables as: out · craw · ling.
What is the Scrabble score for "outcrawling"?
The Scrabble score for "outcrawling" is 17 points.
Using “outcrawling” in writing
Three-syllable words like "outcrawling" (out · craw · ling) 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, “outcrawling” 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.