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