How many syllables in “delude”?
syllables in "delude"
Word details
Syllables
2
del · ude
Letters
6
d · e · l · u · d · e
Scrabble
8
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About the word “delude”
The word “delude” contains 2 syllables, divided as del · ude. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "delude" have?
"delude" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "delude" into syllables?
"delude" is divided into syllables as: del · ude.
What is the Scrabble score for "delude"?
The Scrabble score for "delude" is 8 points.
Using “delude” in writing
Two-syllable words like "delude" (del · ude) 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, “delude” is worth 8 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 “delude”
The letters in “delude” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: dueled, eluded.