How many syllables in “takeout”?
syllables in "takeout"
Word details
Syllables
2
ta · keout
Letters
7
t · a · k · e · o · u · t
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “takeout”
The word “takeout” contains 2 syllables, divided as ta · keout. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "takeout" have?
"takeout" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "takeout" into syllables?
"takeout" is divided into syllables as: ta · keout.
What is the Scrabble score for "takeout"?
The Scrabble score for "takeout" is 11 points.
Using “takeout” in writing
Two-syllable words like "takeout" (ta · keout) 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, “takeout” is worth 11 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 “takeout”
The letters in “takeout” can be rearranged to spell one other word: outtake.