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How many syllables in “mistranslate”?

3

syllables in "mistranslate"

mistranslate
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Word details

Syllables

3

mist · rans · late

Letters

12

m · i · s · t · r · a · n · s · l · a · t · e

Scrabble

14

points

Scrabble letter values

m3
i1
s1
t1
r1
a1
n1
s1
l1
a1
t1
e1

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About the word “mistranslate

The word mistranslate contains 3 syllables, divided as mist · rans · late. It has 12 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "mistranslate" have?

"mistranslate" has 3 syllables.

How do you divide "mistranslate" into syllables?

"mistranslate" is divided into syllables as: mist · rans · late.

What is the Scrabble score for "mistranslate"?

The Scrabble score for "mistranslate" is 14 points.

Using “mistranslate” in writing

Three-syllable words like "mistranslate" (mist · rans · late) 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, mistranslate is worth 14 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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