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