How many syllables in “misdoubting”?
syllables in "misdoubting"
Word details
Syllables
3
mis · doub · ting
Letters
11
m · i · s · d · o · u · b · t · i · n · g
Scrabble
17
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About the word “misdoubting”
The word “misdoubting” contains 3 syllables, divided as mis · doub · ting. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "misdoubting" have?
"misdoubting" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "misdoubting" into syllables?
"misdoubting" is divided into syllables as: mis · doub · ting.
What is the Scrabble score for "misdoubting"?
The Scrabble score for "misdoubting" is 17 points.
Using “misdoubting” in writing
Three-syllable words like "misdoubting" (mis · doub · ting) 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, “misdoubting” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.