How many syllables in “appendage”?
syllables in "appendage"
Word details
Syllables
3
app · end · age
Letters
9
a · p · p · e · n · d · a · g · e
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “appendage”
The word “appendage” contains 3 syllables, divided as app · end · age. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "appendage" have?
"appendage" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "appendage" into syllables?
"appendage" is divided into syllables as: app · end · age.
What is the Scrabble score for "appendage"?
The Scrabble score for "appendage" is 15 points.
Using “appendage” in writing
Three-syllable words like "appendage" (app · end · age) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “appendage” 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.