How many syllables in “misfocuses”?
syllables in "misfocuses"
Word details
Syllables
3
misf · ocus · es
Letters
10
m · i · s · f · o · c · u · s · e · s
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “misfocuses”
The word “misfocuses” contains 3 syllables, divided as misf · ocus · es. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "misfocuses" have?
"misfocuses" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "misfocuses" into syllables?
"misfocuses" is divided into syllables as: misf · ocus · es.
What is the Scrabble score for "misfocuses"?
The Scrabble score for "misfocuses" is 17 points.
Using “misfocuses” in writing
Three-syllable words like "misfocuses" (misf · ocus · es) 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, “misfocuses” 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.