How many syllables in “appoggiatura”?
syllables in "appoggiatura"
Word details
Syllables
5
ap · pog · gia · tu · ra
Letters
12
a · p · p · o · g · g · i · a · t · u · r · a
Scrabble
18
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About the word “appoggiatura”
The word “appoggiatura” contains 5 syllables, divided as ap · pog · gia · tu · ra. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "appoggiatura" have?
"appoggiatura" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "appoggiatura" into syllables?
"appoggiatura" is divided into syllables as: ap · pog · gia · tu · ra.
What is the Scrabble score for "appoggiatura"?
The Scrabble score for "appoggiatura" is 18 points.
Using “appoggiatura” in writing
"appoggiatura" (ap · pog · gia · tu · ra) 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, “appoggiatura” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.