How many syllables in “appurtenances”?
syllables in "appurtenances"
Word details
Syllables
5
ap · pur · te · nan · ces
Letters
13
a · p · p · u · r · t · e · n · a · n · c · e · s
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “appurtenances”
The word “appurtenances” contains 5 syllables, divided as ap · pur · te · nan · ces. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "appurtenances" have?
"appurtenances" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "appurtenances" into syllables?
"appurtenances" is divided into syllables as: ap · pur · te · nan · ces.
What is the Scrabble score for "appurtenances"?
The Scrabble score for "appurtenances" is 19 points.
Using “appurtenances” in writing
"appurtenances" (ap · pur · te · nan · ces) 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, “appurtenances” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.