How many syllables in “bellied”?
syllables in "bellied"
Word details
Syllables
2
bel · lied
Letters
7
b · e · l · l · i · e · d
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “bellied”
The word “bellied” contains 2 syllables, divided as bel · lied. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "bellied" have?
"bellied" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "bellied" into syllables?
"bellied" is divided into syllables as: bel · lied.
What is the Scrabble score for "bellied"?
The Scrabble score for "bellied" is 10 points.
Using “bellied” in writing
Two-syllable words like "bellied" (bel · lied) 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, “bellied” is worth 10 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 “bellied”
The letters in “bellied” can be rearranged to spell one other word: libeled.