How many syllables in “misleading”?
syllables in "misleading"
Word details
Syllables
3
mi · slea · ding
Letters
10
m · i · s · l · e · a · d · i · n · g
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “misleading”
The word “misleading” contains 3 syllables, divided as mi · slea · ding. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "misleading" have?
"misleading" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "misleading" into syllables?
"misleading" is divided into syllables as: mi · slea · ding.
What is the Scrabble score for "misleading"?
The Scrabble score for "misleading" is 14 points.
Using “misleading” in writing
Three-syllable words like "misleading" (mi · slea · ding) 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, “misleading” 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 “misleading”
The letters in “misleading” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: misaligned, misdealing.