How many syllables in “deltas”?
syllables in "deltas"
Word details
Syllables
2
del · tas
Letters
6
d · e · l · t · a · s
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “deltas”
The word “deltas” contains 2 syllables, divided as del · tas. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "deltas" have?
"deltas" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "deltas" into syllables?
"deltas" is divided into syllables as: del · tas.
What is the Scrabble score for "deltas"?
The Scrabble score for "deltas" is 7 points.
Using “deltas” in writing
Two-syllable words like "deltas" (del · tas) 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, “deltas” 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 “deltas”
The letters in “deltas” can be rearranged to spell 5 other words: desalt, lasted, salted, slated, staled.