How to Pronounce Belies

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

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Syllables

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Letters

BEL-ies

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💡 Tip for remembering “belies”

"belies" has 2 syllables: bel-ies. It rhymes with scrutinize and surmise, if that helps it stick.

What does belies mean?

verb

  1. To lie around; encompass.
  2. (of an army) To surround; beleaguer.

verb

  1. To tell lies about.
  2. To give a false representation of.

Synonyms

calumniateslandercontradictgive lie togive the lie tomisrepresent

Words that rhyme with belies

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

scrutinizesurmiseaggrandizeemphasizerecognizeactualizeanalyzereprisecompriselikewisedemiserise

Related words

negatecontradictmisrepresentcontradictsmasksrejectsattestsconveys

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "belies"?▾

"Belies" has 2 syllables: bel · ies.

What does "belies" mean?▾

Belies: To lie around; encompass.

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