How many syllables in “bargained”?
syllables in "bargained"
Word details
Syllables
2
barga · ined
Letters
9
b · a · r · g · a · i · n · e · d
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “bargained”
The word “bargained” contains 2 syllables, divided as barga · ined. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "bargained" have?
"bargained" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "bargained" into syllables?
"bargained" is divided into syllables as: barga · ined.
What is the Scrabble score for "bargained"?
The Scrabble score for "bargained" is 13 points.
Using “bargained” in writing
Two-syllable words like "bargained" (barga · ined) 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, “bargained” 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.
Anagrams of “bargained”
The letters in “bargained” can be rearranged to spell one other word: gabardine.