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How many syllables in “outleaping”?

3

syllables in "outleaping"

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Word details

Syllables

3

out · lea · ping

Letters

10

o · u · t · l · e · a · p · i · n · g

Scrabble

13

points

Scrabble letter values

o1
u1
t1
l1
e1
a1
p3
i1
n1
g2

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About the word “outleaping

The word outleaping contains 3 syllables, divided as out · lea · ping. It has 10 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "outleaping" have?

"outleaping" has 3 syllables.

How do you divide "outleaping" into syllables?

"outleaping" is divided into syllables as: out · lea · ping.

What is the Scrabble score for "outleaping"?

The Scrabble score for "outleaping" is 13 points.

Using “outleaping” in writing

Three-syllable words like "outleaping" (out · lea · ping) 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, outleaping 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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