How many syllables in “misguesses”?
syllables in "misguesses"
Word details
Syllables
2
misgu · esses
Letters
10
m · i · s · g · u · e · s · s · e · s
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “misguesses”
The word “misguesses” contains 2 syllables, divided as misgu · esses. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "misguesses" have?
"misguesses" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "misguesses" into syllables?
"misguesses" is divided into syllables as: misgu · esses.
What is the Scrabble score for "misguesses"?
The Scrabble score for "misguesses" is 13 points.
Using “misguesses” in writing
Two-syllable words like "misguesses" (misgu · esses) 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, “misguesses” is worth 13 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.