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DELTA

/ˈdɛltə/

5 letters · 2 syllables · noun

D 2/2
E 1/1
L 1/2
T 1/1
A 1/1

Definition of DELTA

noun

The fourth letter of the modern Greek alphabet Δ, δ.

noun

A landform at the mouth of a river where it empties into a body of water.

"Nile Delta"

noun

The letter D in the ICAO spelling alphabet, which assigns words to letters of the alphabet.

Synonyms of DELTA

Words with similar meaning

Examples of DELTA in a Sentence

  • "Nile Delta"

Word Details

Letters
5
Syllables
2
Scrabble
6
points
WWF
7
points

Is DELTA a Scrabble Word?

Yes, DELTA is a valid word in the following dictionaries:

Scrabble US (TWL) — 6 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 6 pts Words With Friends — 7 pts

Tip: DELTA uses 5 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for DELTA

Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.

Letter delta Total
Scrabble 21111 6
WWF 21211 7

Anagrams of DELTA

Words made by rearranging the exact same 5 letters

How to Use DELTA in Word Games

DELTA is worth 6 points in Scrabble and 7 points in Words With Friends, making it a modest-scoring word.

Mid-length strategy: At 5 letters, DELTA is versatile enough for both open board positions and tighter plays. Aim to place high-value letters on premium squares.

Looking for more words from these letters? Unscramble DELTA to find 51 additional valid words.

Frequently Asked Questions About DELTA

What does DELTA mean?
DELTA is a noun. The fourth letter of the modern Greek alphabet Δ, δ.
Is DELTA a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, DELTA is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 6 points in Scrabble.
How many points is DELTA worth in Scrabble?
DELTA is worth 6 points in Scrabble and 7 points in Words With Friends. It is a 5-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from DELTA?
You can make 51 words from the letters in DELTA. The longest sub-words are 5 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of DELTA?
Synonyms of DELTA include: garrison. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.
What are the anagrams of DELTA?
The anagrams of DELTA (words using the exact same letters) are: DALET, DEALT, LATED. Each is a valid word in Scrabble.