How many syllables in “barefacedly”?
syllables in "barefacedly"
Word details
Syllables
5
ba · re · fa · ced · ly
Letters
11
b · a · r · e · f · a · c · e · d · l · y
Scrabble
22
points
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About the word “barefacedly”
The word “barefacedly” contains 5 syllables, divided as ba · re · fa · ced · ly. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "barefacedly" have?
"barefacedly" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "barefacedly" into syllables?
"barefacedly" is divided into syllables as: ba · re · fa · ced · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "barefacedly"?
The Scrabble score for "barefacedly" is 22 points.
Using “barefacedly” in writing
"barefacedly" (ba · re · fa · ced · ly) has five syllables — exactly one full line of a haiku's 5-7-5 structure. That means this single word could stand alone as the opening or closing line of a haiku. In longer verse, five-syllable words create a slow, deliberate pace.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “barefacedly” is worth 22 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.