noun

appendage

app·end·age 3 syllables

An external body part that projects from the body.

Word facts

Part of speech noun
Syllables 3
Letters 9
Starts with A

Definition of Appendage

An external body part that projects from the body.

How to use Appendage

Appendage is a noun. When using it in writing, make sure the meaning fits the context of your sentence. Related words with similar meanings include extremity, member, annex — each with slight differences in tone or formality. Reading the word aloud after placing it in a sentence is a reliable check for natural usage.

Synonyms for Appendage

Antonyms for Appendage

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How many syllables does appendage have?

Appendage has 3 syllables: app·end·age. The word is broken into 3 spoken beats.

What part of speech is appendage?

Appendage is used as a noun. As a noun, it names a thing, idea, or concept.

What are synonyms for appendage?

Words with similar meanings to appendage include extremity, member, annex, appendix. The best synonym depends on the exact context you are writing or reading in.

How do you use appendage in a sentence?

Appendage can be used in sentences where a noun describing an external body part that projects from the body. is needed. Writing the word in context and reading it aloud is the best way to confirm natural usage.

What words start with the same letter as appendage?

Appendage starts with the letter A. You can browse all words beginning with A on the Word Explorer A page, or use the Prefix Finder tool to search for words that begin with specific starting letters.

How many letters does appendage have?

Appendage has 9 letters. It contains 3 syllables and starts with the letter A. In word games, letter count and syllable count can help narrow results when you know the word length.