How many syllables in “delayer”?
syllables in "delayer"
Word details
Syllables
2
de · layer
Letters
7
d · e · l · a · y · e · r
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “delayer”
The word “delayer” contains 2 syllables, divided as de · layer. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "delayer" have?
"delayer" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "delayer" into syllables?
"delayer" is divided into syllables as: de · layer.
What is the Scrabble score for "delayer"?
The Scrabble score for "delayer" is 11 points.
Using “delayer” in writing
Two-syllable words like "delayer" (de · layer) 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, “delayer” is worth 11 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 “delayer”
The letters in “delayer” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: layered, relayed.