How many syllables in “begalled”?
syllables in "begalled"
Word details
Syllables
2
bega · lled
Letters
8
b · e · g · a · l · l · e · d
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “begalled”
The word “begalled” contains 2 syllables, divided as bega · lled. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "begalled" have?
"begalled" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "begalled" into syllables?
"begalled" is divided into syllables as: bega · lled.
What is the Scrabble score for "begalled"?
The Scrabble score for "begalled" is 12 points.
Using “begalled” in writing
Two-syllable words like "begalled" (bega · lled) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “begalled” is worth 12 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.
Anagrams of “begalled”
The letters in “begalled” can be rearranged to spell one other word: gabelled.