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How many syllables in “outthrobs”?

2

syllables in "outthrobs"

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Word details

Syllables

2

out · throbs

Letters

9

o · u · t · t · h · r · o · b · s

Scrabble

14

points

Scrabble letter values

o1
u1
t1
t1
h4
r1
o1
b3
s1

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About the word “outthrobs

The word outthrobs contains 2 syllables, divided as out · throbs. It has 9 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "outthrobs" have?

"outthrobs" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "outthrobs" into syllables?

"outthrobs" is divided into syllables as: out · throbs.

What is the Scrabble score for "outthrobs"?

The Scrabble score for "outthrobs" is 14 points.

Using “outthrobs” in writing

Two-syllable words like "outthrobs" (out · throbs) 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, outthrobs is worth 14 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.

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