How many syllables in “appulse”?
syllables in "appulse"
Word details
Syllables
2
appu · lse
Letters
7
a · p · p · u · l · s · e
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “appulse”
The word “appulse” contains 2 syllables, divided as appu · lse. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "appulse" have?
"appulse" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "appulse" into syllables?
"appulse" is divided into syllables as: appu · lse.
What is the Scrabble score for "appulse"?
The Scrabble score for "appulse" is 11 points.
Using “appulse” in writing
Two-syllable words like "appulse" (appu · lse) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “appulse” is worth 11 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.
Anagrams of “appulse”
The letters in “appulse” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: papules, upleaps.