How many syllables in “appal”?
syllables in "appal"
Word details
Syllables
2
ap · pal
Letters
5
a · p · p · a · l
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “appal”
The word “appal” contains 2 syllables, divided as ap · pal. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "appal" have?
"appal" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "appal" into syllables?
"appal" is divided into syllables as: ap · pal.
What is the Scrabble score for "appal"?
The Scrabble score for "appal" is 9 points.
Using “appal” in writing
Two-syllable words like "appal" (ap · pal) 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, “appal” is worth 9 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 “appal”
The letters in “appal” can be rearranged to spell one other word: papal.