How many syllables in “misfiled”?
syllables in "misfiled"
Word details
Syllables
2
misf · iled
Letters
8
m · i · s · f · i · l · e · d
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “misfiled”
The word “misfiled” contains 2 syllables, divided as misf · iled. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "misfiled" have?
"misfiled" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "misfiled" into syllables?
"misfiled" is divided into syllables as: misf · iled.
What is the Scrabble score for "misfiled"?
The Scrabble score for "misfiled" is 14 points.
Using “misfiled” in writing
Two-syllable words like "misfiled" (misf · iled) 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, “misfiled” is worth 14 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 “misfiled”
The letters in “misfiled” can be rearranged to spell one other word: misfield.