How many syllables in “misshape”?
syllables in "misshape"
Word details
Syllables
2
miss · hape
Letters
8
m · i · s · s · h · a · p · e
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “misshape”
The word “misshape” contains 2 syllables, divided as miss · hape. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "misshape" have?
"misshape" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "misshape" into syllables?
"misshape" is divided into syllables as: miss · hape.
What is the Scrabble score for "misshape"?
The Scrabble score for "misshape" is 15 points.
Using “misshape” in writing
Two-syllable words like "misshape" (miss · hape) 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, “misshape” is worth 15 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 “misshape”
The letters in “misshape” can be rearranged to spell one other word: emphasis.