How many syllables in “larboard”?
syllables in "larboard"
Word details
Syllables
2
lar · board
Letters
8
l · a · r · b · o · a · r · d
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “larboard”
The word “larboard” contains 2 syllables, divided as lar · board. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "larboard" have?
"larboard" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "larboard" into syllables?
"larboard" is divided into syllables as: lar · board.
What is the Scrabble score for "larboard"?
The Scrabble score for "larboard" is 11 points.
Using “larboard” in writing
Two-syllable words like "larboard" (lar · board) 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, “larboard” 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 “larboard”
The letters in “larboard” can be rearranged to spell one other word: labrador.