How many syllables in “outline”?
syllables in "outline"
Word details
Syllables
2
outl · ine
Letters
7
o · u · t · l · i · n · e
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “outline”
The word “outline” contains 2 syllables, divided as outl · ine. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "outline" have?
"outline" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "outline" into syllables?
"outline" is divided into syllables as: outl · ine.
What is the Scrabble score for "outline"?
The Scrabble score for "outline" is 7 points.
Using “outline” in writing
Two-syllable words like "outline" (outl · ine) 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, “outline” is worth 7 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 “outline”
The letters in “outline” can be rearranged to spell one other word: elution.