How many syllables in “wheelbarrowed”?
syllables in "wheelbarrowed"
Word details
Syllables
3
wheel · barro · wed
Letters
13
w · h · e · e · l · b · a · r · r · o · w · e · d
Scrabble
25
points
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About the word “wheelbarrowed”
The word “wheelbarrowed” contains 3 syllables, divided as wheel · barro · wed. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "wheelbarrowed" have?
"wheelbarrowed" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "wheelbarrowed" into syllables?
"wheelbarrowed" is divided into syllables as: wheel · barro · wed.
What is the Scrabble score for "wheelbarrowed"?
The Scrabble score for "wheelbarrowed" is 25 points.
Using “wheelbarrowed” in writing
Three-syllable words like "wheelbarrowed" (wheel · barro · wed) 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, “wheelbarrowed” is worth 25 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.