How many syllables in “mistune”?
syllables in "mistune"
Word details
Syllables
2
mist · une
Letters
7
m · i · s · t · u · n · e
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “mistune”
The word “mistune” contains 2 syllables, divided as mist · une. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "mistune" have?
"mistune" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "mistune" into syllables?
"mistune" is divided into syllables as: mist · une.
What is the Scrabble score for "mistune"?
The Scrabble score for "mistune" is 9 points.
Using “mistune” in writing
Two-syllable words like "mistune" (mist · une) 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, “mistune” is worth 9 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.
Anagrams of “mistune”
The letters in “mistune” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: minuets, minutes, mutines.