How many syllables in “appendicites”?
syllables in "appendicites"
Word details
Syllables
5
ap · pen · di · ci · tes
Letters
12
a · p · p · e · n · d · i · c · i · t · e · s
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “appendicites”
The word “appendicites” contains 5 syllables, divided as ap · pen · di · ci · tes. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "appendicites" have?
"appendicites" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "appendicites" into syllables?
"appendicites" is divided into syllables as: ap · pen · di · ci · tes.
What is the Scrabble score for "appendicites"?
The Scrabble score for "appendicites" is 19 points.
Using “appendicites” in writing
"appendicites" (ap · pen · di · ci · tes) 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, “appendicites” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.