How many syllables in “outcurse”?
syllables in "outcurse"
Word details
Syllables
2
outc · urse
Letters
8
o · u · t · c · u · r · s · e
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “outcurse”
The word “outcurse” contains 2 syllables, divided as outc · urse. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "outcurse" have?
"outcurse" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "outcurse" into syllables?
"outcurse" is divided into syllables as: outc · urse.
What is the Scrabble score for "outcurse"?
The Scrabble score for "outcurse" is 10 points.
Using “outcurse” in writing
Two-syllable words like "outcurse" (outc · urse) 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, “outcurse” is worth 10 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.
Anagrams of “outcurse”
The letters in “outcurse” can be rearranged to spell one other word: coutures.