How many syllables in “appease”?
syllables in "appease"
Word details
Syllables
2
appe · ase
Letters
7
a · p · p · e · a · s · e
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “appease”
The word “appease” contains 2 syllables, divided as appe · ase. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "appease" have?
"appease" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "appease" into syllables?
"appease" is divided into syllables as: appe · ase.
What is the Scrabble score for "appease"?
The Scrabble score for "appease" is 11 points.
Using “appease” in writing
Two-syllable words like "appease" (appe · ase) 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, “appease” is worth 11 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.