How many syllables in “mismanagement”?
syllables in "mismanagement"
Word details
Syllables
5
mi · sma · na · ge · ment
Letters
13
m · i · s · m · a · n · a · g · e · m · e · n · t
Scrabble
20
points
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About the word “mismanagement”
The word “mismanagement” contains 5 syllables, divided as mi · sma · na · ge · ment. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "mismanagement" have?
"mismanagement" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "mismanagement" into syllables?
"mismanagement" is divided into syllables as: mi · sma · na · ge · ment.
What is the Scrabble score for "mismanagement"?
The Scrabble score for "mismanagement" is 20 points.
Using “mismanagement” in writing
"mismanagement" (mi · sma · na · ge · ment) 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, “mismanagement” 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.