How many syllables in “malfeasance”?
syllables in "malfeasance"
Word details
Syllables
3
malf · easa · nce
Letters
11
m · a · l · f · e · a · s · a · n · c · e
Scrabble
18
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About the word “malfeasance”
The word “malfeasance” contains 3 syllables, divided as malf · easa · nce. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "malfeasance" have?
"malfeasance" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "malfeasance" into syllables?
"malfeasance" is divided into syllables as: malf · easa · nce.
What is the Scrabble score for "malfeasance"?
The Scrabble score for "malfeasance" is 18 points.
Using “malfeasance” in writing
Three-syllable words like "malfeasance" (malf · easa · nce) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “malfeasance” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.