How many syllables in “miscomprehension”?
syllables in "miscomprehension"
Word details
Syllables
5
misc · ompr · ehen · sion
Letters
16
m · i · s · c · o · m · p · r · e · h · e · n · s · i · o · n
Scrabble
27
points
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About the word “miscomprehension”
The word “miscomprehension” contains 5 syllables, divided as misc · ompr · ehen · sion. It has 16 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "miscomprehension" have?
"miscomprehension" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "miscomprehension" into syllables?
"miscomprehension" is divided into syllables as: misc · ompr · ehen · sion.
What is the Scrabble score for "miscomprehension"?
The Scrabble score for "miscomprehension" is 27 points.
Using “miscomprehension” in writing
"miscomprehension" (misc · ompr · ehen · sion) 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, “miscomprehension” is worth 27 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.