How many syllables in “mismatches”?
syllables in "mismatches"
Word details
Syllables
2
misma · tches
Letters
10
m · i · s · m · a · t · c · h · e · s
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “mismatches”
The word “mismatches” contains 2 syllables, divided as misma · tches. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "mismatches" have?
"mismatches" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "mismatches" into syllables?
"mismatches" is divided into syllables as: misma · tches.
What is the Scrabble score for "mismatches"?
The Scrabble score for "mismatches" is 19 points.
Using “mismatches” in writing
Two-syllable words like "mismatches" (misma · tches) 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, “mismatches” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “mismatches”
The letters in “mismatches” can be rearranged to spell one other word: schematism.