How many syllables in “outshoots”?
syllables in "outshoots"
Word details
Syllables
2
out · shoots
Letters
9
o · u · t · s · h · o · o · t · s
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “outshoots”
The word “outshoots” contains 2 syllables, divided as out · shoots. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "outshoots" have?
"outshoots" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "outshoots" into syllables?
"outshoots" is divided into syllables as: out · shoots.
What is the Scrabble score for "outshoots"?
The Scrabble score for "outshoots" is 12 points.
Using “outshoots” in writing
Two-syllable words like "outshoots" (out · shoots) 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, “outshoots” is worth 12 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 “outshoots”
The letters in “outshoots” can be rearranged to spell one other word: shootouts.