How many syllables in “washout”?
syllables in "washout"
Word details
Syllables
2
was · hout
Letters
7
w · a · s · h · o · u · t
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “washout”
The word “washout” contains 2 syllables, divided as was · hout. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "washout" have?
"washout" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "washout" into syllables?
"washout" is divided into syllables as: was · hout.
What is the Scrabble score for "washout"?
The Scrabble score for "washout" is 13 points.
Using “washout” in writing
Two-syllable words like "washout" (was · hout) 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, “washout” 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 “washout”
The letters in “washout” can be rearranged to spell one other word: outwash.