How many syllables in “bellicosely”?
syllables in "bellicosely"
Word details
Syllables
5
bel · li · co · se · ly
Letters
11
b · e · l · l · i · c · o · s · e · l · y
Scrabble
18
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About the word “bellicosely”
The word “bellicosely” contains 5 syllables, divided as bel · li · co · se · ly. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "bellicosely" have?
"bellicosely" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "bellicosely" into syllables?
"bellicosely" is divided into syllables as: bel · li · co · se · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "bellicosely"?
The Scrabble score for "bellicosely" is 18 points.
Using “bellicosely” in writing
"bellicosely" (bel · li · co · se · ly) has five syllables — exactly one full line of a haiku's 5-7-5 structure. That means this single word could stand alone as the opening or closing line of a haiku. In longer verse, five-syllable words create a slow, deliberate pace.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “bellicosely” 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.