How many syllables in “bard”?
syllable in "bard"
Word details
Syllables
1
bard
Letters
4
b · a · r · d
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “bard”
The word “bard” contains 1 syllable, divided as bard. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "bard" have?
"bard" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "bard" into syllables?
"bard" is divided into syllables as: bard.
What is the Scrabble score for "bard"?
The Scrabble score for "bard" is 7 points.
Using “bard” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "bard" carries strong natural stress and punchy impact. In haiku, it contributes one full syllable to the 5-7-5 structure. Monosyllabic words anchor lines in free verse and create emphasis when surrounded by longer words.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “bard” is worth 7 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “bard”
The letters in “bard” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: brad, darb, drab.