How many syllables in “misquotation”?
syllables in "misquotation"
Word details
Syllables
4
misq · uota · tion
Letters
12
m · i · s · q · u · o · t · a · t · i · o · n
Scrabble
23
points
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About the word “misquotation”
The word “misquotation” contains 4 syllables, divided as misq · uota · tion. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "misquotation" have?
"misquotation" has 4 syllables.
How do you divide "misquotation" into syllables?
"misquotation" is divided into syllables as: misq · uota · tion.
What is the Scrabble score for "misquotation"?
The Scrabble score for "misquotation" is 23 points.
Using “misquotation” in writing
Four-syllable words like "misquotation" (misq · uota · tion) span two full iambic feet. In a line of iambic pentameter (10 syllables), a four-syllable word takes nearly half the line, making it a powerful anchor. Use it deliberately — multi-syllable words slow the reader down and add weight.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “misquotation” is worth 23 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 “misquotation”
The letters in “misquotation” can be rearranged to spell one other word: antimosquito.