appall

How to Split "appall" into Syllables

The word appall is divided into 2 syllables: ap·pall. Understanding this syllable division is essential for correct pronunciation and spelling.

📝 Syllable Breakdown

• ap — 1st syllable
• pall — 2nd syllable

🔊 Pronunciation Guide

The phonetic transcription of appall:

• IPA: /əˈpɔːl/

📖 Definitions

1. appall (third-person singular simple present appalls, present participle appalling, simple past and past participle appalled)
2. Most British dictionaries consider appal the sole standard UK spelling (although, as with other words ending in a single vowel followed by an l, the l is always doubled for derivatives such as appalling).

📚 Word Origin & History

From Middle English apallen, from Old French apalir (“to grow pale, make pale”); a (Latin ad) + palir (“to grow pale, to make pale”), pâle (“pale”), from pallere. See pale (adj.) and compare with pall.

✓ Why Learn Syllable Division?

Understanding how to break down appall into syllables helps with:

• Correct pronunciation — Knowing syllable structure ensures accurate speech
• Improved spelling — Breaking words into chunks makes them easier to remember and write
• Reading fluency — Recognizing syllable patterns speeds up reading comprehension
• Poetry and lyrics — Syllable counting is essential for meter and rhythm
• Language learning — Non-native speakers benefit from syllable awareness

📊 Similar Words Comparison

Compare appall with related words to understand syllable patterns:

Word	Syllables	Division
appall	2	ap·pall
awful	2	aw-ful
able	2	a-ble
apply	2	app-ly
appeal	3	ap-pe-al

🔗 Related Words

Explore syllable divisions of words related to appall:

app, Apple, apply, appeal, appear, append, applet, appose.