How many syllables in “barkeep”?
syllables in "barkeep"
Word details
Syllables
2
bar · keep
Letters
7
b · a · r · k · e · e · p
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “barkeep”
The word “barkeep” contains 2 syllables, divided as bar · keep. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "barkeep" have?
"barkeep" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "barkeep" into syllables?
"barkeep" is divided into syllables as: bar · keep.
What is the Scrabble score for "barkeep"?
The Scrabble score for "barkeep" is 15 points.
Using “barkeep” in writing
Two-syllable words like "barkeep" (bar · keep) 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, “barkeep” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “barkeep”
The letters in “barkeep” can be rearranged to spell one other word: prebake.