How many syllables in “bellicosity”?
syllables in "bellicosity"
Word details
Syllables
5
bel · li · co · si · ty
Letters
11
b · e · l · l · i · c · o · s · i · t · y
Scrabble
18
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About the word “bellicosity”
The word “bellicosity” contains 5 syllables, divided as bel · li · co · si · ty. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "bellicosity" have?
"bellicosity" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "bellicosity" into syllables?
"bellicosity" is divided into syllables as: bel · li · co · si · ty.
What is the Scrabble score for "bellicosity"?
The Scrabble score for "bellicosity" is 18 points.
Using “bellicosity” in writing
"bellicosity" (bel · li · co · si · ty) 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, “bellicosity” 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.