How many syllables in “mismeasurement”?
syllables in "mismeasurement"
Word details
Syllables
5
mi · smea · su · re · ment
Letters
14
m · i · s · m · e · a · s · u · r · e · m · e · n · t
Scrabble
20
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About the word “mismeasurement”
The word “mismeasurement” contains 5 syllables, divided as mi · smea · su · re · ment. It has 14 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "mismeasurement" have?
"mismeasurement" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "mismeasurement" into syllables?
"mismeasurement" is divided into syllables as: mi · smea · su · re · ment.
What is the Scrabble score for "mismeasurement"?
The Scrabble score for "mismeasurement" is 20 points.
Using “mismeasurement” in writing
"mismeasurement" (mi · smea · su · re · 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, “mismeasurement” 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.