How many syllables in “outers”?
syllables in "outers"
Word details
Syllables
2
ou · ters
Letters
6
o · u · t · e · r · s
Scrabble
6
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About the word “outers”
The word “outers” contains 2 syllables, divided as ou · ters. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "outers" have?
"outers" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "outers" into syllables?
"outers" is divided into syllables as: ou · ters.
What is the Scrabble score for "outers"?
The Scrabble score for "outers" is 6 points.
Using “outers” in writing
Two-syllable words like "outers" (ou · ters) 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, “outers” is worth 6 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “outers”
The letters in “outers” can be rearranged to spell 4 other words: ouster, routes, souter, stoure.