How many syllables in “appendectomy”?
syllables in "appendectomy"
Word details
Syllables
5
ap · pen · dec · to · my
Letters
12
a · p · p · e · n · d · e · c · t · o · m · y
Scrabble
24
points
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About the word “appendectomy”
The word “appendectomy” contains 5 syllables, divided as ap · pen · dec · to · my. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "appendectomy" have?
"appendectomy" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "appendectomy" into syllables?
"appendectomy" is divided into syllables as: ap · pen · dec · to · my.
What is the Scrabble score for "appendectomy"?
The Scrabble score for "appendectomy" is 24 points.
Using “appendectomy” in writing
"appendectomy" (ap · pen · dec · to · my) 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, “appendectomy” is worth 24 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.