How many syllables in “barley”?
syllables in "barley"
Word details
Syllables
2
bar · ley
Letters
6
b · a · r · l · e · y
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “barley”
The word “barley” contains 2 syllables, divided as bar · ley. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "barley" have?
"barley" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "barley" into syllables?
"barley" is divided into syllables as: bar · ley.
What is the Scrabble score for "barley"?
The Scrabble score for "barley" is 11 points.
Using “barley” in writing
Two-syllable words like "barley" (bar · ley) 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, “barley” is worth 11 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 “barley”
The letters in “barley” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: barely, bleary.