How many syllables in “delist”?
syllables in "delist"
Word details
Syllables
2
de · list
Letters
6
d · e · l · i · s · t
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “delist”
The word “delist” contains 2 syllables, divided as de · list. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "delist" have?
"delist" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "delist" into syllables?
"delist" is divided into syllables as: de · list.
What is the Scrabble score for "delist"?
The Scrabble score for "delist" is 7 points.
Using “delist” in writing
Two-syllable words like "delist" (de · list) 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, “delist” is worth 7 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 “delist”
The letters in “delist” can be rearranged to spell 4 other words: idlest, listed, silted, tildes.