How many syllables in “rappeled”?
syllables in "rappeled"
Word details
Syllables
2
rapp · eled
Letters
8
r · a · p · p · e · l · e · d
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “rappeled”
The word “rappeled” contains 2 syllables, divided as rapp · eled. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "rappeled" have?
"rappeled" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "rappeled" into syllables?
"rappeled" is divided into syllables as: rapp · eled.
What is the Scrabble score for "rappeled"?
The Scrabble score for "rappeled" is 13 points.
Using “rappeled” in writing
Two-syllable words like "rappeled" (rapp · eled) 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, “rappeled” is worth 13 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 “rappeled”
The letters in “rappeled” can be rearranged to spell one other word: lappered.