How many syllables in “apologising”?
syllables in "apologising"
Word details
Syllables
5
a · po · lo · gi · sing
Letters
11
a · p · o · l · o · g · i · s · i · n · g
Scrabble
15
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About the word “apologising”
The word “apologising” contains 5 syllables, divided as a · po · lo · gi · sing. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "apologising" have?
"apologising" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "apologising" into syllables?
"apologising" is divided into syllables as: a · po · lo · gi · sing.
What is the Scrabble score for "apologising"?
The Scrabble score for "apologising" is 15 points.
Using “apologising” in writing
"apologising" (a · po · lo · gi · sing) 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, “apologising” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.