How many syllables in “daleth”?
syllables in "daleth"
Word details
Syllables
2
da · leth
Letters
6
d · a · l · e · t · h
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “daleth”
The word “daleth” contains 2 syllables, divided as da · leth. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "daleth" have?
"daleth" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "daleth" into syllables?
"daleth" is divided into syllables as: da · leth.
What is the Scrabble score for "daleth"?
The Scrabble score for "daleth" is 10 points.
Using “daleth” in writing
Two-syllable words like "daleth" (da · leth) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “daleth” is worth 10 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.
Anagrams of “daleth”
The letters in “daleth” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: halted, lathed.