How many syllables in “miscue”?
syllables in "miscue"
Word details
Syllables
2
mi · scue
Letters
6
m · i · s · c · u · e
Scrabble
10
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About the word “miscue”
The word “miscue” contains 2 syllables, divided as mi · scue. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "miscue" have?
"miscue" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "miscue" into syllables?
"miscue" is divided into syllables as: mi · scue.
What is the Scrabble score for "miscue"?
The Scrabble score for "miscue" is 10 points.
Using “miscue” in writing
Two-syllable words like "miscue" (mi · scue) 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, “miscue” is worth 10 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 “miscue”
The letters in “miscue” can be rearranged to spell one other word: cesium.