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How many syllables in “misbuild”?

2

syllables in "misbuild"

misbuild
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Word details

Syllables

2

mis · build

Letters

8

m · i · s · b · u · i · l · d

Scrabble

13

points

Scrabble letter values

m3
i1
s1
b3
u1
i1
l1
d2

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About the word “misbuild

The word misbuild contains 2 syllables, divided as mis · build. It has 8 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "misbuild" have?

"misbuild" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "misbuild" into syllables?

"misbuild" is divided into syllables as: mis · build.

What is the Scrabble score for "misbuild"?

The Scrabble score for "misbuild" is 13 points.

Using “misbuild” in writing

Two-syllable words like "misbuild" (mis · build) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.

In word games

In Scrabble and Words With Friends, misbuild is worth 13 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.

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