How many syllables in “barbecuers”?
syllables in "barbecuers"
Word details
Syllables
3
bar · be · cuers
Letters
10
b · a · r · b · e · c · u · e · r · s
Scrabble
16
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About the word “barbecuers”
The word “barbecuers” contains 3 syllables, divided as bar · be · cuers. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "barbecuers" have?
"barbecuers" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "barbecuers" into syllables?
"barbecuers" is divided into syllables as: bar · be · cuers.
What is the Scrabble score for "barbecuers"?
The Scrabble score for "barbecuers" is 16 points.
Using “barbecuers” in writing
Three-syllable words like "barbecuers" (bar · be · cuers) 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, “barbecuers” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.