How many syllables in “washouts”?
syllables in "washouts"
Word details
Syllables
2
was · houts
Letters
8
w · a · s · h · o · u · t · s
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “washouts”
The word “washouts” contains 2 syllables, divided as was · houts. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "washouts" have?
"washouts" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "washouts" into syllables?
"washouts" is divided into syllables as: was · houts.
What is the Scrabble score for "washouts"?
The Scrabble score for "washouts" is 14 points.
Using “washouts” in writing
Two-syllable words like "washouts" (was · houts) 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, “washouts” is worth 14 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.