How many syllables in “outdone”?
syllables in "outdone"
Word details
Syllables
2
outd · one
Letters
7
o · u · t · d · o · n · e
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “outdone”
The word “outdone” contains 2 syllables, divided as outd · one. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "outdone" have?
"outdone" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "outdone" into syllables?
"outdone" is divided into syllables as: outd · one.
What is the Scrabble score for "outdone"?
The Scrabble score for "outdone" is 8 points.
Using “outdone” in writing
Two-syllable words like "outdone" (outd · one) 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, “outdone” is worth 8 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 “outdone”
The letters in “outdone” can be rearranged to spell one other word: duotone.