How many syllables in “barefaced”?
syllables in "barefaced"
Word details
Syllables
3
bar · efa · ced
Letters
9
b · a · r · e · f · a · c · e · d
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “barefaced”
The word “barefaced” contains 3 syllables, divided as bar · efa · ced. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "barefaced" have?
"barefaced" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "barefaced" into syllables?
"barefaced" is divided into syllables as: bar · efa · ced.
What is the Scrabble score for "barefaced"?
The Scrabble score for "barefaced" is 17 points.
Using “barefaced” in writing
Three-syllable words like "barefaced" (bar · efa · ced) 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, “barefaced” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.