How many syllables in “misleads”?
syllables in "misleads"
Word details
Syllables
2
mi · sleads
Letters
8
m · i · s · l · e · a · d · s
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “misleads”
The word “misleads” contains 2 syllables, divided as mi · sleads. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "misleads" have?
"misleads" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "misleads" into syllables?
"misleads" is divided into syllables as: mi · sleads.
What is the Scrabble score for "misleads"?
The Scrabble score for "misleads" is 11 points.
Using “misleads” in writing
Two-syllable words like "misleads" (mi · sleads) 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, “misleads” is worth 11 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 “misleads”
The letters in “misleads” can be rearranged to spell one other word: misdeals.