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How many syllables in “mistranslates”?

4

syllables in "mistranslates"

mistranslates
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Word details

Syllables

4

mi · stran · sla · tes

Letters

13

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

Scrabble

15

points

Scrabble letter values

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

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About the word “mistranslates

The word mistranslates contains 4 syllables, divided as mi · stran · sla · tes. It has 13 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "mistranslates" have?

"mistranslates" has 4 syllables.

How do you divide "mistranslates" into syllables?

"mistranslates" is divided into syllables as: mi · stran · sla · tes.

What is the Scrabble score for "mistranslates"?

The Scrabble score for "mistranslates" is 15 points.

Using “mistranslates” in writing

Four-syllable words like "mistranslates" (mi · stran · sla · tes) span two full iambic feet. In a line of iambic pentameter (10 syllables), a four-syllable word takes nearly half the line, making it a powerful anchor. Use it deliberately — multi-syllable words slow the reader down and add weight.

In word games

In Scrabble and Words With Friends, mistranslates 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.

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