How many syllables in “rappel”?
syllables in "rappel"
Word details
Syllables
2
rap · pel
Letters
6
r · a · p · p · e · l
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “rappel”
The word “rappel” contains 2 syllables, divided as rap · pel. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "rappel" have?
"rappel" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "rappel" into syllables?
"rappel" is divided into syllables as: rap · pel.
What is the Scrabble score for "rappel"?
The Scrabble score for "rappel" is 10 points.
Using “rappel” in writing
Two-syllable words like "rappel" (rap · pel) 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, “rappel” is worth 10 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 “rappel”
The letters in “rappel” can be rearranged to spell one other word: lapper.