How many syllables in “mis”?
syllable in "mis"
Word details
Syllables
1
mis
Letters
3
m · i · s
Scrabble
5
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “mis”
The word “mis” contains 1 syllable, divided as mis. It has 3 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "mis" have?
"mis" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "mis" into syllables?
"mis" is divided into syllables as: mis.
What is the Scrabble score for "mis"?
The Scrabble score for "mis" is 5 points.
Using “mis” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "mis" carries strong natural stress and punchy impact. In haiku, it contributes one full syllable to the 5-7-5 structure. Monosyllabic words anchor lines in free verse and create emphasis when surrounded by longer words.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “mis” is worth 5 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “mis”
The letters in “mis” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: ism, sim.