How many syllables in “barest”?
syllables in "barest"
Word details
Syllables
2
ba · rest
Letters
6
b · a · r · e · s · t
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “barest”
The word “barest” contains 2 syllables, divided as ba · rest. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "barest" have?
"barest" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "barest" into syllables?
"barest" is divided into syllables as: ba · rest.
What is the Scrabble score for "barest"?
The Scrabble score for "barest" is 8 points.
Using “barest” in writing
Two-syllable words like "barest" (ba · rest) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “barest” is worth 8 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.
Anagrams of “barest”
The letters in “barest” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: baster, breast, tabers.