How many syllables in “outshoot”?
syllables in "outshoot"
Word details
Syllables
2
out · shoot
Letters
8
o · u · t · s · h · o · o · t
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “outshoot”
The word “outshoot” contains 2 syllables, divided as out · shoot. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "outshoot" have?
"outshoot" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "outshoot" into syllables?
"outshoot" is divided into syllables as: out · shoot.
What is the Scrabble score for "outshoot"?
The Scrabble score for "outshoot" is 11 points.
Using “outshoot” in writing
Two-syllable words like "outshoot" (out · shoot) 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, “outshoot” 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.
Anagrams of “outshoot”
The letters in “outshoot” can be rearranged to spell one other word: shootout.