How many syllables in “redelivery”?
syllables in "redelivery"
Word details
Syllables
5
re · de · li · ve · ry
Letters
10
r · e · d · e · l · i · v · e · r · y
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “redelivery”
The word “redelivery” contains 5 syllables, divided as re · de · li · ve · ry. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "redelivery" have?
"redelivery" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "redelivery" into syllables?
"redelivery" is divided into syllables as: re · de · li · ve · ry.
What is the Scrabble score for "redelivery"?
The Scrabble score for "redelivery" is 17 points.
Using “redelivery” in writing
"redelivery" (re · de · 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, “redelivery” 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.