How many syllables in “delaine”?
syllables in "delaine"
Word details
Syllables
2
dela · ine
Letters
7
d · e · l · a · i · n · e
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “delaine”
The word “delaine” contains 2 syllables, divided as dela · ine. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "delaine" have?
"delaine" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "delaine" into syllables?
"delaine" is divided into syllables as: dela · ine.
What is the Scrabble score for "delaine"?
The Scrabble score for "delaine" is 8 points.
Using “delaine” in writing
Two-syllable words like "delaine" (dela · ine) 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, “delaine” is worth 8 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 “delaine”
The letters in “delaine” can be rearranged to spell one other word: aliened.