How many syllables in “walkouts”?
syllables in "walkouts"
Word details
Syllables
2
wal · kouts
Letters
8
w · a · l · k · o · u · t · s
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “walkouts”
The word “walkouts” contains 2 syllables, divided as wal · kouts. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "walkouts" have?
"walkouts" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "walkouts" into syllables?
"walkouts" is divided into syllables as: wal · kouts.
What is the Scrabble score for "walkouts"?
The Scrabble score for "walkouts" is 15 points.
Using “walkouts” in writing
Two-syllable words like "walkouts" (wal · kouts) 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, “walkouts” 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 “walkouts”
The letters in “walkouts” can be rearranged to spell one other word: outwalks.