How many syllables in “ape”?
syllables in "ape"
Word details
Syllables
2
ape
Letters
3
a · p · e
Scrabble
5
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “ape”
The word “ape” contains 2 syllables, divided as ape. It has 3 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ape" have?
"ape" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "ape" into syllables?
"ape" is divided into syllables as: ape.
What is the Scrabble score for "ape"?
The Scrabble score for "ape" is 5 points.
Using “ape” in writing
Two-syllable words like "ape" (ape) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “ape” is worth 5 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “ape”
The letters in “ape” can be rearranged to spell one other word: pea.