How many syllables in “outwash”?
syllables in "outwash"
Word details
Syllables
2
ou · twash
Letters
7
o · u · t · w · a · s · h
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “outwash”
The word “outwash” contains 2 syllables, divided as ou · twash. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "outwash" have?
"outwash" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "outwash" into syllables?
"outwash" is divided into syllables as: ou · twash.
What is the Scrabble score for "outwash"?
The Scrabble score for "outwash" is 13 points.
Using “outwash” in writing
Two-syllable words like "outwash" (ou · twash) 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, “outwash” is worth 13 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 “outwash”
The letters in “outwash” can be rearranged to spell one other word: washout.