How many syllables in “barefoot”?
syllables in "barefoot"
Word details
Syllables
3
ba · re · foot
Letters
8
b · a · r · e · f · o · o · t
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “barefoot”
The word “barefoot” contains 3 syllables, divided as ba · re · foot. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "barefoot" have?
"barefoot" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "barefoot" into syllables?
"barefoot" is divided into syllables as: ba · re · foot.
What is the Scrabble score for "barefoot"?
The Scrabble score for "barefoot" is 13 points.
Using “barefoot” in writing
Three-syllable words like "barefoot" (ba · re · foot) 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, “barefoot” 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.