How many syllables in belated?

Syllables in belated

3

be·lat·ed

Belated has three syllables. The stress falls on the second syllable.

How to say belated

Pronunciation/bɪˈleɪtɪd/
3 syllables, be-LAT-ed · da-DUM-da
StressSecond syllable
Letters7

To count it yourself, say belated slowly and listen for each vowel sound: be, lat, ed. Each beat is one syllable.

Words that rhyme with belated

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Questions

How many syllables are in belated?
Belated has three syllables.
How do you divide belated into syllables?
Belated divides as be-lat-ed.
Which syllable is stressed in belated?
The second syllable (be-LAT-ed).

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