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