How many syllables in “indelicacy”?
syllables in "indelicacy"
Word details
Syllables
5
in · de · li · ca · cy
Letters
10
i · n · d · e · l · i · c · a · c · y
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “indelicacy”
The word “indelicacy” contains 5 syllables, divided as in · de · li · ca · cy. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "indelicacy" have?
"indelicacy" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "indelicacy" into syllables?
"indelicacy" is divided into syllables as: in · de · li · ca · cy.
What is the Scrabble score for "indelicacy"?
The Scrabble score for "indelicacy" is 18 points.
Using “indelicacy” in writing
"indelicacy" (in · de · li · ca · cy) 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, “indelicacy” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.