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How many syllables in “outflow”?

2

syllables in "outflow"

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Word details

Syllables

2

out · flow

Letters

7

o · u · t · f · l · o · w

Scrabble

13

points

Scrabble letter values

o1
u1
t1
f4
l1
o1
w4

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About the word “outflow

The word outflow contains 2 syllables, divided as out · flow. It has 7 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "outflow" have?

"outflow" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "outflow" into syllables?

"outflow" is divided into syllables as: out · flow.

What is the Scrabble score for "outflow"?

The Scrabble score for "outflow" is 13 points.

Using “outflow” in writing

Two-syllable words like "outflow" (out · flow) 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, outflow is worth 13 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.

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