How many syllables in “miscast”?
syllables in "miscast"
Word details
Syllables
2
mi · scast
Letters
7
m · i · s · c · a · s · t
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “miscast”
The word “miscast” contains 2 syllables, divided as mi · scast. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "miscast" have?
"miscast" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "miscast" into syllables?
"miscast" is divided into syllables as: mi · scast.
What is the Scrabble score for "miscast"?
The Scrabble score for "miscast" is 11 points.
Using “miscast” in writing
Two-syllable words like "miscast" (mi · scast) 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, “miscast” 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 “miscast”
The letters in “miscast” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: mastics, misacts.