How many syllables in “apish”?
syllables in "apish"
Word details
Syllables
2
a · pish
Letters
5
a · p · i · s · h
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “apish”
The word “apish” contains 2 syllables, divided as a · pish. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "apish" have?
"apish" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "apish" into syllables?
"apish" is divided into syllables as: a · pish.
What is the Scrabble score for "apish"?
The Scrabble score for "apish" is 10 points.
Using “apish” in writing
Two-syllable words like "apish" (a · pish) 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, “apish” is worth 10 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.
Anagrams of “apish”
The letters in “apish” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: aphis, spahi.