How many syllables in “belligerency”?
syllables in "belligerency"
Word details
Syllables
5
bel · li · ge · ren · cy
Letters
12
b · e · l · l · i · g · e · r · e · n · c · y
Scrabble
20
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About the word “belligerency”
The word “belligerency” contains 5 syllables, divided as bel · li · ge · ren · cy. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "belligerency" have?
"belligerency" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "belligerency" into syllables?
"belligerency" is divided into syllables as: bel · li · ge · ren · cy.
What is the Scrabble score for "belligerency"?
The Scrabble score for "belligerency" is 20 points.
Using “belligerency” in writing
"belligerency" (bel · li · ge · ren · cy) 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, “belligerency” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.