How many syllables in “bedfellow”?
syllables in "bedfellow"
Word details
Syllables
3
bed · fel · low
Letters
9
b · e · d · f · e · l · l · o · w
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “bedfellow”
The word “bedfellow” contains 3 syllables, divided as bed · fel · low. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "bedfellow" have?
"bedfellow" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "bedfellow" into syllables?
"bedfellow" is divided into syllables as: bed · fel · low.
What is the Scrabble score for "bedfellow"?
The Scrabble score for "bedfellow" is 18 points.
Using “bedfellow” in writing
Three-syllable words like "bedfellow" (bed · fel · low) 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, “bedfellow” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.