How many syllables in “barbitone”?
syllables in "barbitone"
Word details
Syllables
3
bar · bit · one
Letters
9
b · a · r · b · i · t · o · n · e
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “barbitone”
The word “barbitone” contains 3 syllables, divided as bar · bit · one. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "barbitone" have?
"barbitone" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "barbitone" into syllables?
"barbitone" is divided into syllables as: bar · bit · one.
What is the Scrabble score for "barbitone"?
The Scrabble score for "barbitone" is 13 points.
Using “barbitone” in writing
Three-syllable words like "barbitone" (bar · bit · one) 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, “barbitone” 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.