How to Pronounce Beliefs

To pronounce "beliefs", say BEL-iefs — 2 syllables. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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7

Letters

BEL-iefs

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💡 Tip for remembering “beliefs”

"beliefs" has 2 syllables: bel-iefs. It rhymes with motifs and briefs, if that helps it stick.

What does beliefs mean?

noun

  1. Mental acceptance of a claim as true.

    “It's my belief that the thief is somebody known to us.”

  2. Faith or trust in the reality of something; often based upon one's own reasoning, trust in a claim, desire of actuality, and/or evidence considered.

    “Based on this data, it is our belief that X does not occur.”

Words that rhyme with beliefs

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motifsbriefschiefsgriefsfiefsbeefsleafsreliefsdebriefsbas-reliefsreefs

Related words

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Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "beliefs"?▾

"Beliefs" has 2 syllables: bel · iefs.

What does "beliefs" mean?▾

Beliefs: Mental acceptance of a claim as true.

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