How many syllables in “stakeouts”?
syllables in "stakeouts"
Word details
Syllables
2
sta · keouts
Letters
9
s · t · a · k · e · o · u · t · s
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “stakeouts”
The word “stakeouts” contains 2 syllables, divided as sta · keouts. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "stakeouts" have?
"stakeouts" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "stakeouts" into syllables?
"stakeouts" is divided into syllables as: sta · keouts.
What is the Scrabble score for "stakeouts"?
The Scrabble score for "stakeouts" is 13 points.
Using “stakeouts” in writing
Two-syllable words like "stakeouts" (sta · keouts) 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, “stakeouts” 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 “stakeouts”
The letters in “stakeouts” can be rearranged to spell one other word: outskates.