How many syllables in “bedevilled”?
syllables in "bedevilled"
Word details
Syllables
3
bede · vill · ed
Letters
10
b · e · d · e · v · i · l · l · e · d
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “bedevilled”
The word “bedevilled” contains 3 syllables, divided as bede · vill · ed. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "bedevilled" have?
"bedevilled" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "bedevilled" into syllables?
"bedevilled" is divided into syllables as: bede · vill · ed.
What is the Scrabble score for "bedevilled"?
The Scrabble score for "bedevilled" is 17 points.
Using “bedevilled” in writing
Three-syllable words like "bedevilled" (bede · vill · ed) 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, “bedevilled” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.