How many syllables in “miscreant”?
syllables in "miscreant"
Word details
Syllables
2
mi · screant
Letters
9
m · i · s · c · r · e · a · n · t
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “miscreant”
The word “miscreant” contains 2 syllables, divided as mi · screant. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "miscreant" have?
"miscreant" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "miscreant" into syllables?
"miscreant" is divided into syllables as: mi · screant.
What is the Scrabble score for "miscreant"?
The Scrabble score for "miscreant" is 13 points.
Using “miscreant” in writing
Two-syllable words like "miscreant" (mi · screant) 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, “miscreant” is worth 13 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.