How many syllables in “mischaracterized”?
syllables in "mischaracterized"
Word details
Syllables
5
misc · hara · cter · ized
Letters
16
m · i · s · c · h · a · r · a · c · t · e · r · i · z · e · d
Scrabble
35
points
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About the word “mischaracterized”
The word “mischaracterized” contains 5 syllables, divided as misc · hara · cter · ized. It has 16 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "mischaracterized" have?
"mischaracterized" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "mischaracterized" into syllables?
"mischaracterized" is divided into syllables as: misc · hara · cter · ized.
What is the Scrabble score for "mischaracterized"?
The Scrabble score for "mischaracterized" is 35 points.
Using “mischaracterized” in writing
"mischaracterized" (misc · hara · cter · ized) 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, “mischaracterized” is worth 35 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.