How many syllables in “delay”?
syllables in "delay"
Word details
Syllables
2
de · lay
Letters
5
d · e · l · a · y
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “delay”
The word “delay” contains 2 syllables, divided as de · lay. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "delay" have?
"delay" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "delay" into syllables?
"delay" is divided into syllables as: de · lay.
What is the Scrabble score for "delay"?
The Scrabble score for "delay" is 9 points.
Using “delay” in writing
Two-syllable words like "delay" (de · lay) 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, “delay” is worth 9 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 “delay”
The letters in “delay” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: layed, leady.