How many syllables in “misdiagnoses”?
syllables in "misdiagnoses"
Word details
Syllables
3
misd · iagn · oses
Letters
12
m · i · s · d · i · a · g · n · o · s · e · s
Scrabble
16
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About the word “misdiagnoses”
The word “misdiagnoses” contains 3 syllables, divided as misd · iagn · oses. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "misdiagnoses" have?
"misdiagnoses" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "misdiagnoses" into syllables?
"misdiagnoses" is divided into syllables as: misd · iagn · oses.
What is the Scrabble score for "misdiagnoses"?
The Scrabble score for "misdiagnoses" is 16 points.
Using “misdiagnoses” in writing
Three-syllable words like "misdiagnoses" (misd · iagn · oses) 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, “misdiagnoses” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.