How many syllables in “misdate”?
syllables in "misdate"
Word details
Syllables
2
misd · ate
Letters
7
m · i · s · d · a · t · e
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “misdate”
The word “misdate” contains 2 syllables, divided as misd · ate. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "misdate" have?
"misdate" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "misdate" into syllables?
"misdate" is divided into syllables as: misd · ate.
What is the Scrabble score for "misdate"?
The Scrabble score for "misdate" is 10 points.
Using “misdate” in writing
Two-syllable words like "misdate" (misd · ate) 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, “misdate” 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 “misdate”
The letters in “misdate” can be rearranged to spell one other word: diastem.