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