How many syllables in “misregistration”?
syllables in "misregistration"
Word details
Syllables
5
misr · egis · trat · ion
Letters
15
m · i · s · r · e · g · i · s · t · r · a · t · i · o · n
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “misregistration”
The word “misregistration” contains 5 syllables, divided as misr · egis · trat · ion. It has 15 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "misregistration" have?
"misregistration" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "misregistration" into syllables?
"misregistration" is divided into syllables as: misr · egis · trat · ion.
What is the Scrabble score for "misregistration"?
The Scrabble score for "misregistration" is 18 points.
Using “misregistration” in writing
"misregistration" (misr · egis · trat · 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, “misregistration” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.