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How many syllables in “misclassed”?

2

syllables in "misclassed"

misclassed
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Word details

Syllables

2

miscl · assed

Letters

10

m · i · s · c · l · a · s · s · e · d

Scrabble

15

points

Scrabble letter values

m3
i1
s1
c3
l1
a1
s1
s1
e1
d2

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About the word “misclassed

The word misclassed contains 2 syllables, divided as miscl · assed. It has 10 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "misclassed" have?

"misclassed" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "misclassed" into syllables?

"misclassed" is divided into syllables as: miscl · assed.

What is the Scrabble score for "misclassed"?

The Scrabble score for "misclassed" is 15 points.

Using “misclassed” in writing

Two-syllable words like "misclassed" (miscl · assed) 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, misclassed is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.

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