How many syllables in “indelicacies”?
syllables in "indelicacies"
Word details
Syllables
5
in · de · li · ca · cies
Letters
12
i · n · d · e · l · i · c · a · c · i · e · s
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “indelicacies”
The word “indelicacies” contains 5 syllables, divided as in · de · li · ca · cies. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "indelicacies" have?
"indelicacies" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "indelicacies" into syllables?
"indelicacies" is divided into syllables as: in · de · li · ca · cies.
What is the Scrabble score for "indelicacies"?
The Scrabble score for "indelicacies" is 17 points.
Using “indelicacies” in writing
"indelicacies" (in · de · li · ca · cies) has five syllables — exactly one full line of a haiku's 5-7-5 structure. That means this single word could stand alone as the opening or closing line of a haiku. In longer verse, five-syllable words create a slow, deliberate pace.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “indelicacies” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.