How many syllables in “miser”?
syllables in "miser"
Word details
Syllables
2
mi · ser
Letters
5
m · i · s · e · r
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “miser”
The word “miser” contains 2 syllables, divided as mi · ser. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "miser" have?
"miser" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "miser" into syllables?
"miser" is divided into syllables as: mi · ser.
What is the Scrabble score for "miser"?
The Scrabble score for "miser" is 7 points.
Using “miser” in writing
Two-syllable words like "miser" (mi · ser) 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, “miser” is worth 7 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “miser”
The letters in “miser” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: emirs, mires, rimes.