How many syllables in “delft”?
1
syllable in "delft"
delft
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Word details
Syllables
1
delft
Letters
5
d · e · l · f · t
Scrabble
9
points
Scrabble letter values
d2
e1
l1
f4
t1
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About the word “delft”
The word “delft” contains 1 syllable, divided as delft. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "delft" have?
"delft" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "delft" into syllables?
"delft" is divided into syllables as: delft.
What is the Scrabble score for "delft"?
The Scrabble score for "delft" is 9 points.
Using “delft” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "delft" carries strong natural stress and punchy impact. In haiku, it contributes one full syllable to the 5-7-5 structure. Monosyllabic words anchor lines in free verse and create emphasis when surrounded by longer words.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “delft” 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.