How many syllables in “barrette”?
syllables in "barrette"
Word details
Syllables
2
barr · ette
Letters
8
b · a · r · r · e · t · t · e
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “barrette”
The word “barrette” contains 2 syllables, divided as barr · ette. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "barrette" have?
"barrette" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "barrette" into syllables?
"barrette" is divided into syllables as: barr · ette.
What is the Scrabble score for "barrette"?
The Scrabble score for "barrette" is 10 points.
Using “barrette” in writing
Two-syllable words like "barrette" (barr · ette) 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, “barrette” is worth 10 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 “barrette”
The letters in “barrette” can be rearranged to spell one other word: berretta.