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How many syllables in “mispronounced”?

3

syllables in "mispronounced"

mispronounced
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Word details

Syllables

3

mispr · onoun · ced

Letters

13

m · i · s · p · r · o · n · o · u · n · c · e · d

Scrabble

20

points

Scrabble letter values

m3
i1
s1
p3
r1
o1
n1
o1
u1
n1
c3
e1
d2

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About the word “mispronounced

The word mispronounced contains 3 syllables, divided as mispr · onoun · ced. It has 13 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "mispronounced" have?

"mispronounced" has 3 syllables.

How do you divide "mispronounced" into syllables?

"mispronounced" is divided into syllables as: mispr · onoun · ced.

What is the Scrabble score for "mispronounced"?

The Scrabble score for "mispronounced" is 20 points.

Using “mispronounced” in writing

Three-syllable words like "mispronounced" (mispr · onoun · ced) 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, mispronounced 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.

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