How many syllables in “outcrying”?
syllables in "outcrying"
Word details
Syllables
2
out · crying
Letters
9
o · u · t · c · r · y · i · n · g
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “outcrying”
The word “outcrying” contains 2 syllables, divided as out · crying. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "outcrying" have?
"outcrying" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "outcrying" into syllables?
"outcrying" is divided into syllables as: out · crying.
What is the Scrabble score for "outcrying"?
The Scrabble score for "outcrying" is 15 points.
Using “outcrying” in writing
Two-syllable words like "outcrying" (out · crying) 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, “outcrying” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “outcrying”
The letters in “outcrying” can be rearranged to spell one other word: congruity.