How many syllables in “delicatessens”?
syllables in "delicatessens"
Word details
Syllables
5
de · li · ca · tes · sens
Letters
13
d · e · l · i · c · a · t · e · s · s · e · n · s
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “delicatessens”
The word “delicatessens” contains 5 syllables, divided as de · li · ca · tes · sens. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "delicatessens" have?
"delicatessens" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "delicatessens" into syllables?
"delicatessens" is divided into syllables as: de · li · ca · tes · sens.
What is the Scrabble score for "delicatessens"?
The Scrabble score for "delicatessens" is 16 points.
Using “delicatessens” in writing
"delicatessens" (de · li · ca · tes · sens) has five syllables — exactly one full line of a haiku's 5-7-5 structure. That means this single word could stand alone as the opening or closing line of a haiku. In longer verse, five-syllable words create a slow, deliberate pace.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “delicatessens” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.