How many syllables in “outlay”?
syllables in "outlay"
Word details
Syllables
2
out · lay
Letters
6
o · u · t · l · a · y
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “outlay”
The word “outlay” contains 2 syllables, divided as out · lay. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "outlay" have?
"outlay" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "outlay" into syllables?
"outlay" is divided into syllables as: out · lay.
What is the Scrabble score for "outlay"?
The Scrabble score for "outlay" is 9 points.
Using “outlay” in writing
Two-syllable words like "outlay" (out · lay) 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, “outlay” 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 “outlay”
The letters in “outlay” can be rearranged to spell one other word: layout.