How many syllables in “runout”?
syllables in "runout"
Word details
Syllables
2
ru · nout
Letters
6
r · u · n · o · u · t
Scrabble
6
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About the word “runout”
The word “runout” contains 2 syllables, divided as ru · nout. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "runout" have?
"runout" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "runout" into syllables?
"runout" is divided into syllables as: ru · nout.
What is the Scrabble score for "runout"?
The Scrabble score for "runout" is 6 points.
Using “runout” in writing
Two-syllable words like "runout" (ru · nout) 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, “runout” is worth 6 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “runout”
The letters in “runout” can be rearranged to spell one other word: outrun.