How many syllables in “barge”?
1
syllable in "barge"
barge
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Word details
Syllables
1
barge
Letters
5
b · a · r · g · e
Scrabble
8
points
Scrabble letter values
b3
a1
r1
g2
e1
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About the word “barge”
The word “barge” contains 1 syllable, divided as barge. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "barge" have?
"barge" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "barge" into syllables?
"barge" is divided into syllables as: barge.
What is the Scrabble score for "barge"?
The Scrabble score for "barge" is 8 points.
Using “barge” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "barge" carries strong natural stress and punchy impact. In haiku, it contributes one full syllable to the 5-7-5 structure. Monosyllabic words anchor lines in free verse and create emphasis when surrounded by longer words.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “barge” 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.