How many syllables in “misbalance”?
syllables in "misbalance"
Word details
Syllables
3
misb · alan · ce
Letters
10
m · i · s · b · a · l · a · n · c · e
Scrabble
16
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About the word “misbalance”
The word “misbalance” contains 3 syllables, divided as misb · alan · ce. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "misbalance" have?
"misbalance" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "misbalance" into syllables?
"misbalance" is divided into syllables as: misb · alan · ce.
What is the Scrabble score for "misbalance"?
The Scrabble score for "misbalance" is 16 points.
Using “misbalance” in writing
Three-syllable words like "misbalance" (misb · alan · ce) 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, “misbalance” is worth 16 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 “misbalance”
The letters in “misbalance” can be rearranged to spell one other word: imbalances.