How many syllables in “outrun”?
syllables in "outrun"
Word details
Syllables
2
ou · trun
Letters
6
o · u · t · r · u · n
Scrabble
6
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About the word “outrun”
The word “outrun” contains 2 syllables, divided as ou · trun. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "outrun" have?
"outrun" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "outrun" into syllables?
"outrun" is divided into syllables as: ou · trun.
What is the Scrabble score for "outrun"?
The Scrabble score for "outrun" is 6 points.
Using “outrun” in writing
Two-syllable words like "outrun" (ou · trun) 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, “outrun” is worth 6 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “outrun”
The letters in “outrun” can be rearranged to spell one other word: runout.