How many syllables in “outworks”?
syllables in "outworks"
Word details
Syllables
2
ou · tworks
Letters
8
o · u · t · w · o · r · k · s
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “outworks”
The word “outworks” contains 2 syllables, divided as ou · tworks. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "outworks" have?
"outworks" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "outworks" into syllables?
"outworks" is divided into syllables as: ou · tworks.
What is the Scrabble score for "outworks"?
The Scrabble score for "outworks" is 15 points.
Using “outworks” in writing
Two-syllable words like "outworks" (ou · tworks) 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, “outworks” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “outworks”
The letters in “outworks” can be rearranged to spell one other word: workouts.