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How many syllables in “outrage”?

2

syllables in "outrage"

outrage
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Word details

Syllables

2

outr · age

Letters

7

o · u · t · r · a · g · e

Scrabble

8

points

Scrabble letter values

o1
u1
t1
r1
a1
g2
e1

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About the word “outrage

The word outrage contains 2 syllables, divided as outr · age. It has 7 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "outrage" have?

"outrage" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "outrage" into syllables?

"outrage" is divided into syllables as: outr · age.

What is the Scrabble score for "outrage"?

The Scrabble score for "outrage" is 8 points.

Using “outrage” in writing

Two-syllable words like "outrage" (outr · age) 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, outrage 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.

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