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How many syllables in “outgrinning”?

3

syllables in "outgrinning"

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Word details

Syllables

3

out · grin · ning

Letters

11

o · u · t · g · r · i · n · n · i · n · g

Scrabble

13

points

Scrabble letter values

o1
u1
t1
g2
r1
i1
n1
n1
i1
n1
g2

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About the word “outgrinning

The word outgrinning contains 3 syllables, divided as out · grin · ning. It has 11 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "outgrinning" have?

"outgrinning" has 3 syllables.

How do you divide "outgrinning" into syllables?

"outgrinning" is divided into syllables as: out · grin · ning.

What is the Scrabble score for "outgrinning"?

The Scrabble score for "outgrinning" is 13 points.

Using “outgrinning” in writing

Three-syllable words like "outgrinning" (out · grin · ning) 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, outgrinning 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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