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How many syllables in “misstart”?

2

syllables in "misstart"

misstart
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Word details

Syllables

2

mis · start

Letters

8

m · i · s · s · t · a · r · t

Scrabble

10

points

Scrabble letter values

m3
i1
s1
s1
t1
a1
r1
t1

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About the word “misstart

The word misstart contains 2 syllables, divided as mis · start. It has 8 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "misstart" have?

"misstart" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "misstart" into syllables?

"misstart" is divided into syllables as: mis · start.

What is the Scrabble score for "misstart"?

The Scrabble score for "misstart" is 10 points.

Using “misstart” in writing

Two-syllable words like "misstart" (mis · start) 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, misstart 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.

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