How many syllables in “wheelbarrow”?
syllables in "wheelbarrow"
Word details
Syllables
3
wheel · bar · row
Letters
11
w · h · e · e · l · b · a · r · r · o · w
Scrabble
22
points
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About the word “wheelbarrow”
The word “wheelbarrow” contains 3 syllables, divided as wheel · bar · row. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "wheelbarrow" have?
"wheelbarrow" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "wheelbarrow" into syllables?
"wheelbarrow" is divided into syllables as: wheel · bar · row.
What is the Scrabble score for "wheelbarrow"?
The Scrabble score for "wheelbarrow" is 22 points.
Using “wheelbarrow” in writing
Three-syllable words like "wheelbarrow" (wheel · bar · row) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “wheelbarrow” is worth 22 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.