How many syllables in “misemployed”?
syllables in "misemployed"
Word details
Syllables
3
mi · sem · ployed
Letters
11
m · i · s · e · m · p · l · o · y · e · d
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “misemployed”
The word “misemployed” contains 3 syllables, divided as mi · sem · ployed. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "misemployed" have?
"misemployed" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "misemployed" into syllables?
"misemployed" is divided into syllables as: mi · sem · ployed.
What is the Scrabble score for "misemployed"?
The Scrabble score for "misemployed" is 21 points.
Using “misemployed” in writing
Three-syllable words like "misemployed" (mi · sem · ployed) 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, “misemployed” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.