How many syllables in “delate”?
syllables in "delate"
Word details
Syllables
2
del · ate
Letters
6
d · e · l · a · t · e
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “delate”
The word “delate” contains 2 syllables, divided as del · ate. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "delate" have?
"delate" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "delate" into syllables?
"delate" is divided into syllables as: del · ate.
What is the Scrabble score for "delate"?
The Scrabble score for "delate" is 7 points.
Using “delate” in writing
Two-syllable words like "delate" (del · ate) 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, “delate” is worth 7 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 “delate”
The letters in “delate” can be rearranged to spell one other word: elated.