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How many syllables in “barbered”?

2

syllables in "barbered"

barbered
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Word details

Syllables

2

barb · ered

Letters

8

b · a · r · b · e · r · e · d

Scrabble

13

points

Scrabble letter values

b3
a1
r1
b3
e1
r1
e1
d2

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About the word “barbered

The word barbered contains 2 syllables, divided as barb · ered. It has 8 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "barbered" have?

"barbered" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "barbered" into syllables?

"barbered" is divided into syllables as: barb · ered.

What is the Scrabble score for "barbered"?

The Scrabble score for "barbered" is 13 points.

Using “barbered” in writing

Two-syllable words like "barbered" (barb · ered) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.

In word games

In Scrabble and Words With Friends, barbered 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.

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