How many syllables in “dealt”?
syllable in "dealt"
Word details
Syllables
1
dealt
Letters
5
d · e · a · l · t
Scrabble
6
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “dealt”
The word “dealt” contains 1 syllable, divided as dealt. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "dealt" have?
"dealt" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "dealt" into syllables?
"dealt" is divided into syllables as: dealt.
What is the Scrabble score for "dealt"?
The Scrabble score for "dealt" is 6 points.
Using “dealt” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "dealt" carries strong natural stress and punchy impact. In haiku, it contributes one full syllable to the 5-7-5 structure. Monosyllabic words anchor lines in free verse and create emphasis when surrounded by longer words.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “dealt” is worth 6 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “dealt”
The letters in “dealt” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: delta, lated.