How many syllables in “appetite”?
syllables in "appetite"
Word details
Syllables
3
app · eti · te
Letters
8
a · p · p · e · t · i · t · e
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “appetite”
The word “appetite” contains 3 syllables, divided as app · eti · te. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "appetite" have?
"appetite" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "appetite" into syllables?
"appetite" is divided into syllables as: app · eti · te.
What is the Scrabble score for "appetite"?
The Scrabble score for "appetite" is 12 points.
Using “appetite” in writing
Three-syllable words like "appetite" (app · eti · te) 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, “appetite” is worth 12 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.