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How many syllables in “miscuing”?

2

syllables in "miscuing"

miscuing
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Word details

Syllables

2

mi · scuing

Letters

8

m · i · s · c · u · i · n · g

Scrabble

13

points

Scrabble letter values

m3
i1
s1
c3
u1
i1
n1
g2

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About the word “miscuing

The word miscuing contains 2 syllables, divided as mi · scuing. It has 8 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "miscuing" have?

"miscuing" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "miscuing" into syllables?

"miscuing" is divided into syllables as: mi · scuing.

What is the Scrabble score for "miscuing"?

The Scrabble score for "miscuing" is 13 points.

Using “miscuing” in writing

Two-syllable words like "miscuing" (mi · scuing) 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, miscuing 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.

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