How many syllables in “withoutdoors”?
syllables in "withoutdoors"
Word details
Syllables
3
wit · hout · doors
Letters
12
w · i · t · h · o · u · t · d · o · o · r · s
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “withoutdoors”
The word “withoutdoors” contains 3 syllables, divided as wit · hout · doors. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "withoutdoors" have?
"withoutdoors" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "withoutdoors" into syllables?
"withoutdoors" is divided into syllables as: wit · hout · doors.
What is the Scrabble score for "withoutdoors"?
The Scrabble score for "withoutdoors" is 19 points.
Using “withoutdoors” in writing
Three-syllable words like "withoutdoors" (wit · hout · doors) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “withoutdoors” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.