How many syllables in “barky”?
syllables in "barky"
Word details
Syllables
2
bar · ky
Letters
5
b · a · r · k · y
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “barky”
The word “barky” contains 2 syllables, divided as bar · ky. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "barky" have?
"barky" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "barky" into syllables?
"barky" is divided into syllables as: bar · ky.
What is the Scrabble score for "barky"?
The Scrabble score for "barky" is 14 points.
Using “barky” in writing
Two-syllable words like "barky" (bar · ky) 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, “barky” 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 “barky”
The letters in “barky” can be rearranged to spell one other word: braky.