How many syllables in “outcrowing”?
syllables in "outcrowing"
Word details
Syllables
3
out · cro · wing
Letters
10
o · u · t · c · r · o · w · i · n · g
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “outcrowing”
The word “outcrowing” contains 3 syllables, divided as out · cro · wing. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "outcrowing" have?
"outcrowing" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "outcrowing" into syllables?
"outcrowing" is divided into syllables as: out · cro · wing.
What is the Scrabble score for "outcrowing"?
The Scrabble score for "outcrowing" is 16 points.
Using “outcrowing” in writing
Three-syllable words like "outcrowing" (out · cro · wing) 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, “outcrowing” 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.