How many syllables in “outruns”?
syllables in "outruns"
Word details
Syllables
2
ou · truns
Letters
7
o · u · t · r · u · n · s
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “outruns”
The word “outruns” contains 2 syllables, divided as ou · truns. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "outruns" have?
"outruns" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "outruns" into syllables?
"outruns" is divided into syllables as: ou · truns.
What is the Scrabble score for "outruns"?
The Scrabble score for "outruns" is 7 points.
Using “outruns” in writing
Two-syllable words like "outruns" (ou · truns) 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, “outruns” is worth 7 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 “outruns”
The letters in “outruns” can be rearranged to spell one other word: runouts.