How many syllables in “barbecue”?
syllables in "barbecue"
Word details
Syllables
3
bar · be · cue
Letters
8
b · a · r · b · e · c · u · e
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “barbecue”
The word “barbecue” contains 3 syllables, divided as bar · be · cue. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "barbecue" have?
"barbecue" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "barbecue" into syllables?
"barbecue" is divided into syllables as: bar · be · cue.
What is the Scrabble score for "barbecue"?
The Scrabble score for "barbecue" is 14 points.
Using “barbecue” in writing
Three-syllable words like "barbecue" (bar · be · cue) 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, “barbecue” 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.