How many syllables in “belligerently”?
syllables in "belligerently"
Word details
Syllables
5
bel · li · ge · ren · tly
Letters
13
b · e · l · l · i · g · e · r · e · n · t · l · y
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “belligerently”
The word “belligerently” contains 5 syllables, divided as bel · li · ge · ren · tly. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "belligerently" have?
"belligerently" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "belligerently" into syllables?
"belligerently" is divided into syllables as: bel · li · ge · ren · tly.
What is the Scrabble score for "belligerently"?
The Scrabble score for "belligerently" is 19 points.
Using “belligerently” in writing
"belligerently" (bel · li · ge · ren · tly) 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, “belligerently” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.