How many syllables in “misdefine”?
syllables in "misdefine"
Word details
Syllables
3
mis · def · ine
Letters
9
m · i · s · d · e · f · i · n · e
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “misdefine”
The word “misdefine” contains 3 syllables, divided as mis · def · ine. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "misdefine" have?
"misdefine" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "misdefine" into syllables?
"misdefine" is divided into syllables as: mis · def · ine.
What is the Scrabble score for "misdefine"?
The Scrabble score for "misdefine" is 15 points.
Using “misdefine” in writing
Three-syllable words like "misdefine" (mis · def · ine) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “misdefine” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “misdefine”
The letters in “misdefine” can be rearranged to spell one other word: feminised.