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How many syllables in “outpasses”?

2

syllables in "outpasses"

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Word details

Syllables

2

outpa · sses

Letters

9

o · u · t · p · a · s · s · e · s

Scrabble

11

points

Scrabble letter values

o1
u1
t1
p3
a1
s1
s1
e1
s1

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About the word “outpasses

The word outpasses contains 2 syllables, divided as outpa · sses. It has 9 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "outpasses" have?

"outpasses" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "outpasses" into syllables?

"outpasses" is divided into syllables as: outpa · sses.

What is the Scrabble score for "outpasses"?

The Scrabble score for "outpasses" is 11 points.

Using “outpasses” in writing

Two-syllable words like "outpasses" (outpa · sses) 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, outpasses is worth 11 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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