How many syllables in “belady”?
syllables in "belady"
Word details
Syllables
3
be · la · dy
Letters
6
b · e · l · a · d · y
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “belady”
The word “belady” contains 3 syllables, divided as be · la · dy. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "belady" have?
"belady" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "belady" into syllables?
"belady" is divided into syllables as: be · la · dy.
What is the Scrabble score for "belady"?
The Scrabble score for "belady" is 12 points.
Using “belady” in writing
Three-syllable words like "belady" (be · la · dy) 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, “belady” 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 “belady”
The letters in “belady” can be rearranged to spell one other word: dyable.