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How many syllables in “mislead”?

2

syllables in "mislead"

mislead
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Word details

Syllables

2

mi · slead

Letters

7

m · i · s · l · e · a · d

Scrabble

10

points

Scrabble letter values

m3
i1
s1
l1
e1
a1
d2

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About the word “mislead

The word mislead contains 2 syllables, divided as mi · slead. It has 7 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "mislead" have?

"mislead" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "mislead" into syllables?

"mislead" is divided into syllables as: mi · slead.

What is the Scrabble score for "mislead"?

The Scrabble score for "mislead" is 10 points.

Using “mislead” in writing

Two-syllable words like "mislead" (mi · slead) 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, mislead is worth 10 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 “mislead

The letters in mislead can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: medials, misdeal.

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