How many syllables in “miscalculation”?
syllables in "miscalculation"
Word details
Syllables
5
misc · alcu · lati · on
Letters
14
m · i · s · c · a · l · c · u · l · a · t · i · o · n
Scrabble
20
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About the word “miscalculation”
The word “miscalculation” contains 5 syllables, divided as misc · alcu · lati · on. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "miscalculation" have?
"miscalculation" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "miscalculation" into syllables?
"miscalculation" is divided into syllables as: misc · alcu · lati · on.
What is the Scrabble score for "miscalculation"?
The Scrabble score for "miscalculation" is 20 points.
Using “miscalculation” in writing
"miscalculation" (misc · alcu · lati · on) 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, “miscalculation” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.