How many syllables in “outset”?
syllables in "outset"
Word details
Syllables
2
out · set
Letters
6
o · u · t · s · e · t
Scrabble
6
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About the word “outset”
The word “outset” contains 2 syllables, divided as out · set. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "outset" have?
"outset" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "outset" into syllables?
"outset" is divided into syllables as: out · set.
What is the Scrabble score for "outset"?
The Scrabble score for "outset" is 6 points.
Using “outset” in writing
Two-syllable words like "outset" (out · set) 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, “outset” 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 “outset”
The letters in “outset” can be rearranged to spell one other word: setout.