How many syllables in “apostrophising”?
syllables in "apostrophising"
Word details
Syllables
5
a · po · strop · hi · sing
Letters
14
a · p · o · s · t · r · o · p · h · i · s · i · n · g
Scrabble
22
points
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About the word “apostrophising”
The word “apostrophising” contains 5 syllables, divided as a · po · strop · hi · sing. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "apostrophising" have?
"apostrophising" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "apostrophising" into syllables?
"apostrophising" is divided into syllables as: a · po · strop · hi · sing.
What is the Scrabble score for "apostrophising"?
The Scrabble score for "apostrophising" is 22 points.
Using “apostrophising” in writing
"apostrophising" (a · po · strop · hi · 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, “apostrophising” is worth 22 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.