How many syllables in “appendectomies”?
syllables in "appendectomies"
Word details
Syllables
5
ap · pen · dec · to · mies
Letters
14
a · p · p · e · n · d · e · c · t · o · m · i · e · s
Scrabble
23
points
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About the word “appendectomies”
The word “appendectomies” contains 5 syllables, divided as ap · pen · dec · to · mies. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "appendectomies" have?
"appendectomies" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "appendectomies" into syllables?
"appendectomies" is divided into syllables as: ap · pen · dec · to · mies.
What is the Scrabble score for "appendectomies"?
The Scrabble score for "appendectomies" is 23 points.
Using “appendectomies” in writing
"appendectomies" (ap · pen · dec · to · mies) 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, “appendectomies” is worth 23 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.