How many syllables in “barbecuing”?
syllables in "barbecuing"
Word details
Syllables
3
bar · be · cuing
Letters
10
b · a · r · b · e · c · u · i · n · g
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “barbecuing”
The word “barbecuing” contains 3 syllables, divided as bar · be · cuing. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "barbecuing" have?
"barbecuing" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "barbecuing" into syllables?
"barbecuing" is divided into syllables as: bar · be · cuing.
What is the Scrabble score for "barbecuing"?
The Scrabble score for "barbecuing" is 17 points.
Using “barbecuing” in writing
Three-syllable words like "barbecuing" (bar · be · cuing) 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, “barbecuing” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.