How many syllables in “misrecollection”?
syllables in "misrecollection"
Word details
Syllables
5
misr · ecol · lect · ion
Letters
15
m · i · s · r · e · c · o · l · l · e · c · t · i · o · n
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “misrecollection”
The word “misrecollection” contains 5 syllables, divided as misr · ecol · lect · ion. It has 15 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "misrecollection" have?
"misrecollection" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "misrecollection" into syllables?
"misrecollection" is divided into syllables as: misr · ecol · lect · ion.
What is the Scrabble score for "misrecollection"?
The Scrabble score for "misrecollection" is 21 points.
Using “misrecollection” in writing
"misrecollection" (misr · ecol · lect · ion) 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, “misrecollection” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.