How many syllables in “barkeeps”?
syllables in "barkeeps"
Word details
Syllables
2
bar · keeps
Letters
8
b · a · r · k · e · e · p · s
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “barkeeps”
The word “barkeeps” contains 2 syllables, divided as bar · keeps. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "barkeeps" have?
"barkeeps" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "barkeeps" into syllables?
"barkeeps" is divided into syllables as: bar · keeps.
What is the Scrabble score for "barkeeps"?
The Scrabble score for "barkeeps" is 16 points.
Using “barkeeps” in writing
Two-syllable words like "barkeeps" (bar · keeps) 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, “barkeeps” is worth 16 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 “barkeeps”
The letters in “barkeeps” can be rearranged to spell one other word: prebakes.