How to Pronounce Belated

To pronounce "belated", say BEL-at-ed — 3 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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3

Syllables

7

Letters

BEL-at-ed

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💡 Tip for remembering “belated”

"belated" has 3 syllables: bel-at-ed. It rhymes with elated and exasperated, if that helps it stick.

What does belated mean?

verb

  1. To retard; cause something to be late; delay; benight.

adjective

  1. Later in relation to the proper time something should have happened.

    “Happy belated birthday!”

Synonyms

lateoverduetardy

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Words that rhyme with belated

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elatedexasperatedagitatedinfatuatedaggravatedinundatedirritatedsophisticatedantiquatedreiteratedincapacitatedcaptivated

Related words

tardylateunpunctualoverduedelayeduntimelybackwardex-post

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "belated"?▾

"Belated" has 3 syllables: bel · at · ed.

What does "belated" mean?▾

Belated: To retard; cause something to be late; delay; benight.

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