How many syllables in “delight”?
syllables in "delight"
Word details
Syllables
2
de · light
Letters
7
d · e · l · i · g · h · t
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “delight”
The word “delight” contains 2 syllables, divided as de · light. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "delight" have?
"delight" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "delight" into syllables?
"delight" is divided into syllables as: de · light.
What is the Scrabble score for "delight"?
The Scrabble score for "delight" is 12 points.
Using “delight” in writing
Two-syllable words like "delight" (de · light) 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, “delight” is worth 12 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 “delight”
The letters in “delight” can be rearranged to spell one other word: lighted.