How many syllables in “appendicular”?
syllables in "appendicular"
Word details
Syllables
5
ap · pen · di · cu · lar
Letters
12
a · p · p · e · n · d · i · c · u · l · a · r
Scrabble
19
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About the word “appendicular”
The word “appendicular” contains 5 syllables, divided as ap · pen · di · cu · lar. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "appendicular" have?
"appendicular" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "appendicular" into syllables?
"appendicular" is divided into syllables as: ap · pen · di · cu · lar.
What is the Scrabble score for "appendicular"?
The Scrabble score for "appendicular" is 19 points.
Using “appendicular” in writing
"appendicular" (ap · pen · di · cu · lar) 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, “appendicular” 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.