How many syllables in “misreckon”?
syllables in "misreckon"
Word details
Syllables
3
mis · rec · kon
Letters
9
m · i · s · r · e · c · k · o · n
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “misreckon”
The word “misreckon” contains 3 syllables, divided as mis · rec · kon. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "misreckon" have?
"misreckon" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "misreckon" into syllables?
"misreckon" is divided into syllables as: mis · rec · kon.
What is the Scrabble score for "misreckon"?
The Scrabble score for "misreckon" is 17 points.
Using “misreckon” in writing
Three-syllable words like "misreckon" (mis · rec · kon) 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, “misreckon” is worth 17 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 “misreckon”
The letters in “misreckon” can be rearranged to spell one other word: monickers.