How many syllables in “miseducated”?
syllables in "miseducated"
Word details
Syllables
5
mi · se · du · ca · ted
Letters
11
m · i · s · e · d · u · c · a · t · e · d
Scrabble
17
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About the word “miseducated”
The word “miseducated” contains 5 syllables, divided as mi · se · du · ca · ted. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "miseducated" have?
"miseducated" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "miseducated" into syllables?
"miseducated" is divided into syllables as: mi · se · du · ca · ted.
What is the Scrabble score for "miseducated"?
The Scrabble score for "miseducated" is 17 points.
Using “miseducated” in writing
"miseducated" (mi · se · du · ca · ted) has five syllables — exactly one full line of a haiku's 5-7-5 structure. That means this single word could stand alone as the opening or closing line of a haiku. In longer verse, five-syllable words create a slow, deliberate pace.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “miseducated” 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.