How many syllables in “misalign”?
syllables in "misalign"
Word details
Syllables
3
mi · sa · lign
Letters
8
m · i · s · a · l · i · g · n
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “misalign”
The word “misalign” contains 3 syllables, divided as mi · sa · lign. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "misalign" have?
"misalign" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "misalign" into syllables?
"misalign" is divided into syllables as: mi · sa · lign.
What is the Scrabble score for "misalign"?
The Scrabble score for "misalign" is 11 points.
Using “misalign” in writing
Three-syllable words like "misalign" (mi · sa · lign) 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, “misalign” is worth 11 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.
Anagrams of “misalign”
The letters in “misalign” can be rearranged to spell one other word: mailings.