How many syllables in “delead”?
syllables in "delead"
Word details
Syllables
2
de · lead
Letters
6
d · e · l · e · a · d
Scrabble
8
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About the word “delead”
The word “delead” contains 2 syllables, divided as de · lead. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "delead" have?
"delead" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "delead" into syllables?
"delead" is divided into syllables as: de · lead.
What is the Scrabble score for "delead"?
The Scrabble score for "delead" is 8 points.
Using “delead” in writing
Two-syllable words like "delead" (de · lead) 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, “delead” 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 “delead”
The letters in “delead” can be rearranged to spell one other word: leaded.