belligerent

How many syllables in belligerent?

  4 syllables

Divide belligerent into syllables:   bel-lig-er-ent
Stressed syllable in belligerent:   bel-lig-er-ent
How to pronounce belligerent:   buh-lij-er-ent
How to say belligerent:

Cite This Source

Bibliography Citations
MLA   |    APA   |   Chicago Manual Style
"belligerent." HowManySyllables.com. How Many Syllables, n.d. Web. 08 February 2026.

Learn a New Word

Grammar Quiz
Which should you use
affect or effect?

Synonyms for belligerent


2 syllables
  • martial
3 syllables
4 syllables
    5 syllables
    • argumentative
    • spoiling for a fight
    Let Teachers Teach Contest
    How could $250 help your students?

    Prize awarded to a teacher each month.
    Fun Fact
    Queueing is the only word that
    contains 5 consecutive vowels!
    FAQ
    How many syllables
    in anthropology?
    What rhymes with belligerent

    4 syllables
      Do You Know
      when to use
      To, Too, 2, and Two?

      Parents, Teachers, StudentsDo you have a grammar question?
      Need help finding a syllable count?
      Want to say thank you?