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How many syllables in “appel”?

2

syllables in "appel"

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Word details

Syllables

2

ap · pel

Letters

5

a · p · p · e · l

Scrabble

9

points

Scrabble letter values

a1
p3
p3
e1
l1

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About the word “appel

The word appel contains 2 syllables, divided as ap · pel. It has 5 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "appel" have?

"appel" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "appel" into syllables?

"appel" is divided into syllables as: ap · pel.

What is the Scrabble score for "appel"?

The Scrabble score for "appel" is 9 points.

Using “appel” in writing

Two-syllable words like "appel" (ap · pel) 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, appel 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 “appel

The letters in appel can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: apple, pepla.

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