How many syllables in “barking”?
syllables in "barking"
Word details
Syllables
2
bar · king
Letters
7
b · a · r · k · i · n · g
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “barking”
The word “barking” contains 2 syllables, divided as bar · king. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "barking" have?
"barking" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "barking" into syllables?
"barking" is divided into syllables as: bar · king.
What is the Scrabble score for "barking"?
The Scrabble score for "barking" is 14 points.
Using “barking” in writing
Two-syllable words like "barking" (bar · king) 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, “barking” is worth 14 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 “barking”
The letters in “barking” can be rearranged to spell one other word: braking.