How many syllables in “outmaneuvering”?
syllables in "outmaneuvering"
Word details
Syllables
5
out · ma · neu · ve · ring
Letters
14
o · u · t · m · a · n · e · u · v · e · r · i · n · g
Scrabble
20
points
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About the word “outmaneuvering”
The word “outmaneuvering” contains 5 syllables, divided as out · ma · neu · ve · ring. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "outmaneuvering" have?
"outmaneuvering" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "outmaneuvering" into syllables?
"outmaneuvering" is divided into syllables as: out · ma · neu · ve · ring.
What is the Scrabble score for "outmaneuvering"?
The Scrabble score for "outmaneuvering" is 20 points.
Using “outmaneuvering” in writing
"outmaneuvering" (out · ma · neu · ve · ring) has five syllables — exactly one full line of a haiku's 5-7-5 structure. That means this single word could stand alone as the opening or closing line of a haiku. In longer verse, five-syllable words create a slow, deliberate pace.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “outmaneuvering” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.