How many syllables in “barbershops”?
syllables in "barbershops"
Word details
Syllables
3
bar · ber · shops
Letters
11
b · a · r · b · e · r · s · h · o · p · s
Scrabble
20
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About the word “barbershops”
The word “barbershops” contains 3 syllables, divided as bar · ber · shops. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "barbershops" have?
"barbershops" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "barbershops" into syllables?
"barbershops" is divided into syllables as: bar · ber · shops.
What is the Scrabble score for "barbershops"?
The Scrabble score for "barbershops" is 20 points.
Using “barbershops” in writing
Three-syllable words like "barbershops" (bar · ber · shops) 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, “barbershops” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.