How many syllables in “outman”?
syllables in "outman"
Word details
Syllables
2
out · man
Letters
6
o · u · t · m · a · n
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “outman”
The word “outman” contains 2 syllables, divided as out · man. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "outman" have?
"outman" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "outman" into syllables?
"outman" is divided into syllables as: out · man.
What is the Scrabble score for "outman"?
The Scrabble score for "outman" is 8 points.
Using “outman” in writing
Two-syllable words like "outman" (out · man) 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, “outman” is worth 8 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 “outman”
The letters in “outman” can be rearranged to spell one other word: amount.