How many syllables in “barter”?
syllables in "barter"
Word details
Syllables
2
bar · ter
Letters
6
b · a · r · t · e · r
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “barter”
The word “barter” contains 2 syllables, divided as bar · ter. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "barter" have?
"barter" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "barter" into syllables?
"barter" is divided into syllables as: bar · ter.
What is the Scrabble score for "barter"?
The Scrabble score for "barter" is 8 points.
Using “barter” in writing
Two-syllable words like "barter" (bar · ter) 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, “barter” is worth 8 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 “barter”
The letters in “barter” can be rearranged to spell one other word: barret.