How many syllables in “bellicosities”?
syllables in "bellicosities"
Word details
Syllables
5
bel · li · co · si · ties
Letters
13
b · e · l · l · i · c · o · s · i · t · i · e · s
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “bellicosities”
The word “bellicosities” contains 5 syllables, divided as bel · li · co · si · ties. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "bellicosities" have?
"bellicosities" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "bellicosities" into syllables?
"bellicosities" is divided into syllables as: bel · li · co · si · ties.
What is the Scrabble score for "bellicosities"?
The Scrabble score for "bellicosities" is 17 points.
Using “bellicosities” in writing
"bellicosities" (bel · li · co · si · ties) 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, “bellicosities” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.