How many syllables in “misidentified”?
syllables in "misidentified"
Word details
Syllables
5
mi · si · den · ti · fied
Letters
13
m · i · s · i · d · e · n · t · i · f · i · e · d
Scrabble
20
points
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About the word “misidentified”
The word “misidentified” contains 5 syllables, divided as mi · si · den · ti · fied. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "misidentified" have?
"misidentified" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "misidentified" into syllables?
"misidentified" is divided into syllables as: mi · si · den · ti · fied.
What is the Scrabble score for "misidentified"?
The Scrabble score for "misidentified" is 20 points.
Using “misidentified” in writing
"misidentified" (mi · si · den · ti · fied) has five syllables — exactly one full line of a haiku's 5-7-5 structure. That means this single word could stand alone as the opening or closing line of a haiku. In longer verse, five-syllable words create a slow, deliberate pace.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “misidentified” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.