How many syllables in “outmarched”?
syllables in "outmarched"
Word details
Syllables
2
outma · rched
Letters
10
o · u · t · m · a · r · c · h · e · d
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “outmarched”
The word “outmarched” contains 2 syllables, divided as outma · rched. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "outmarched" have?
"outmarched" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "outmarched" into syllables?
"outmarched" is divided into syllables as: outma · rched.
What is the Scrabble score for "outmarched"?
The Scrabble score for "outmarched" is 18 points.
Using “outmarched” in writing
Two-syllable words like "outmarched" (outma · rched) 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, “outmarched” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “outmarched”
The letters in “outmarched” can be rearranged to spell one other word: outcharmed.