How many syllables in “misappropriation”?
syllables in "misappropriation"
Word details
Syllables
5
misa · ppro · pria · tion
Letters
16
m · i · s · a · p · p · r · o · p · r · i · a · t · i · o · n
Scrabble
24
points
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About the word “misappropriation”
The word “misappropriation” contains 5 syllables, divided as misa · ppro · pria · tion. It has 16 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "misappropriation" have?
"misappropriation" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "misappropriation" into syllables?
"misappropriation" is divided into syllables as: misa · ppro · pria · tion.
What is the Scrabble score for "misappropriation"?
The Scrabble score for "misappropriation" is 24 points.
Using “misappropriation” in writing
"misappropriation" (misa · ppro · pria · tion) has five syllables — exactly one full line of a haiku's 5-7-5 structure. That means this single word could stand alone as the opening or closing line of a haiku. In longer verse, five-syllable words create a slow, deliberate pace.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “misappropriation” is worth 24 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.