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