How many syllables in “barbarous”?
syllables in "barbarous"
Word details
Syllables
3
bar · ba · rous
Letters
9
b · a · r · b · a · r · o · u · s
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “barbarous”
The word “barbarous” contains 3 syllables, divided as bar · ba · rous. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "barbarous" have?
"barbarous" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "barbarous" into syllables?
"barbarous" is divided into syllables as: bar · ba · rous.
What is the Scrabble score for "barbarous"?
The Scrabble score for "barbarous" is 13 points.
Using “barbarous” in writing
Three-syllable words like "barbarous" (bar · ba · rous) 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, “barbarous” 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.