How many syllables in “outdares”?
syllables in "outdares"
Word details
Syllables
3
out · da · res
Letters
8
o · u · t · d · a · r · e · s
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “outdares”
The word “outdares” contains 3 syllables, divided as out · da · res. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "outdares" have?
"outdares" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "outdares" into syllables?
"outdares" is divided into syllables as: out · da · res.
What is the Scrabble score for "outdares"?
The Scrabble score for "outdares" is 9 points.
Using “outdares” in writing
Three-syllable words like "outdares" (out · da · res) 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, “outdares” is worth 9 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 “outdares”
The letters in “outdares” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: outreads, readouts.