How many syllables in “outside”?
syllables in "outside"
Word details
Syllables
2
outs · ide
Letters
7
o · u · t · s · i · d · e
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “outside”
The word “outside” contains 2 syllables, divided as outs · ide. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "outside" have?
"outside" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "outside" into syllables?
"outside" is divided into syllables as: outs · ide.
What is the Scrabble score for "outside"?
The Scrabble score for "outside" is 8 points.
Using “outside” in writing
Two-syllable words like "outside" (outs · ide) 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, “outside” is worth 8 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 “outside”
The letters in “outside” can be rearranged to spell one other word: tedious.