How many syllables in “apprehensibly”?
syllables in "apprehensibly"
Word details
Syllables
5
ap · pre · hen · si · bly
Letters
13
a · p · p · r · e · h · e · n · s · i · b · l · y
Scrabble
25
points
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About the word “apprehensibly”
The word “apprehensibly” contains 5 syllables, divided as ap · pre · hen · si · bly. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "apprehensibly" have?
"apprehensibly" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "apprehensibly" into syllables?
"apprehensibly" is divided into syllables as: ap · pre · hen · si · bly.
What is the Scrabble score for "apprehensibly"?
The Scrabble score for "apprehensibly" is 25 points.
Using “apprehensibly” in writing
"apprehensibly" (ap · pre · hen · si · bly) 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, “apprehensibly” is worth 25 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.