How many syllables in “bedfellows”?
syllables in "bedfellows"
Word details
Syllables
3
bed · fel · lows
Letters
10
b · e · d · f · e · l · l · o · w · s
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “bedfellows”
The word “bedfellows” contains 3 syllables, divided as bed · fel · lows. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "bedfellows" have?
"bedfellows" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "bedfellows" into syllables?
"bedfellows" is divided into syllables as: bed · fel · lows.
What is the Scrabble score for "bedfellows"?
The Scrabble score for "bedfellows" is 19 points.
Using “bedfellows” in writing
Three-syllable words like "bedfellows" (bed · fel · lows) 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, “bedfellows” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.