How many syllables in “barmaids”?
syllables in "barmaids"
Word details
Syllables
2
bar · maids
Letters
8
b · a · r · m · a · i · d · s
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “barmaids”
The word “barmaids” contains 2 syllables, divided as bar · maids. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "barmaids" have?
"barmaids" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "barmaids" into syllables?
"barmaids" is divided into syllables as: bar · maids.
What is the Scrabble score for "barmaids"?
The Scrabble score for "barmaids" is 13 points.
Using “barmaids” in writing
Two-syllable words like "barmaids" (bar · maids) 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, “barmaids” is worth 13 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.