How many syllables in “delis”?
syllables in "delis"
Word details
Syllables
2
de · lis
Letters
5
d · e · l · i · s
Scrabble
6
points
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About the word “delis”
The word “delis” contains 2 syllables, divided as de · lis. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "delis" have?
"delis" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "delis" into syllables?
"delis" is divided into syllables as: de · lis.
What is the Scrabble score for "delis"?
The Scrabble score for "delis" is 6 points.
Using “delis” in writing
Two-syllable words like "delis" (de · lis) 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, “delis” is worth 6 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “delis”
The letters in “delis” can be rearranged to spell 5 other words: deils, idles, isled, sidle, slide.