How many syllables in “misadvise”?
syllables in "misadvise"
Word details
Syllables
3
mis · adv · ise
Letters
9
m · i · s · a · d · v · i · s · e
Scrabble
15
points
Scrabble letter values
Count another word
About the word “misadvise”
The word “misadvise” contains 3 syllables, divided as mis · adv · ise. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "misadvise" have?
"misadvise" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "misadvise" into syllables?
"misadvise" is divided into syllables as: mis · adv · ise.
What is the Scrabble score for "misadvise"?
The Scrabble score for "misadvise" is 15 points.
Using “misadvise” in writing
Three-syllable words like "misadvise" (mis · adv · ise) 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, “misadvise” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “misadvise”
The letters in “misadvise” can be rearranged to spell one other word: admissive.