How many syllables in “barbarically”?
syllables in "barbarically"
Word details
Syllables
5
bar · ba · ri · cal · ly
Letters
12
b · a · r · b · a · r · i · c · a · l · l · y
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “barbarically”
The word “barbarically” contains 5 syllables, divided as bar · ba · ri · cal · ly. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "barbarically" have?
"barbarically" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "barbarically" into syllables?
"barbarically" is divided into syllables as: bar · ba · ri · cal · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "barbarically"?
The Scrabble score for "barbarically" is 21 points.
Using “barbarically” in writing
"barbarically" (bar · ba · ri · cal · ly) has five syllables — exactly one full line of a haiku's 5-7-5 structure. That means this single word could stand alone as the opening or closing line of a haiku. In longer verse, five-syllable words create a slow, deliberate pace.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “barbarically” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.