How many syllables in “appropriateness”?
syllables in "appropriateness"
Word details
Syllables
5
ap · pro · pria · te · ness
Letters
15
a · p · p · r · o · p · r · i · a · t · e · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “appropriateness”
The word “appropriateness” contains 5 syllables, divided as ap · pro · pria · te · ness. It has 15 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "appropriateness" have?
"appropriateness" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "appropriateness" into syllables?
"appropriateness" is divided into syllables as: ap · pro · pria · te · ness.
What is the Scrabble score for "appropriateness"?
The Scrabble score for "appropriateness" is 21 points.
Using “appropriateness” in writing
"appropriateness" (ap · pro · pria · te · ness) 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, “appropriateness” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.