How many syllables in “misread”?
syllables in "misread"
Word details
Syllables
2
mis · read
Letters
7
m · i · s · r · e · a · d
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “misread”
The word “misread” contains 2 syllables, divided as mis · read. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "misread" have?
"misread" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "misread" into syllables?
"misread" is divided into syllables as: mis · read.
What is the Scrabble score for "misread"?
The Scrabble score for "misread" is 10 points.
Using “misread” in writing
Two-syllable words like "misread" (mis · read) 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, “misread” is worth 10 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.
Anagrams of “misread”
The letters in “misread” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: admires, sedarim, sidearm.