How many syllables in “postdelivery”?
syllables in "postdelivery"
Word details
Syllables
5
pos · tde · li · ve · ry
Letters
12
p · o · s · t · d · e · l · i · v · e · r · y
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “postdelivery”
The word “postdelivery” contains 5 syllables, divided as pos · tde · li · ve · ry. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "postdelivery" have?
"postdelivery" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "postdelivery" into syllables?
"postdelivery" is divided into syllables as: pos · tde · li · ve · ry.
What is the Scrabble score for "postdelivery"?
The Scrabble score for "postdelivery" is 21 points.
Using “postdelivery” in writing
"postdelivery" (pos · tde · li · ve · ry) 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, “postdelivery” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.