How many syllables in “del”?
syllable in "del"
Word details
Syllables
1
del
Letters
3
d · e · l
Scrabble
4
points
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About the word “del”
The word “del” contains 1 syllable, divided as del. It has 3 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "del" have?
"del" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "del" into syllables?
"del" is divided into syllables as: del.
What is the Scrabble score for "del"?
The Scrabble score for "del" is 4 points.
Using “del” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "del" 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, “del” is worth 4 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 “del”
The letters in “del” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: eld, led.