How many syllables in “miswrote”?
syllables in "miswrote"
Word details
Syllables
2
misw · rote
Letters
8
m · i · s · w · r · o · t · e
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “miswrote”
The word “miswrote” contains 2 syllables, divided as misw · rote. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "miswrote" have?
"miswrote" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "miswrote" into syllables?
"miswrote" is divided into syllables as: misw · rote.
What is the Scrabble score for "miswrote"?
The Scrabble score for "miswrote" is 13 points.
Using “miswrote” in writing
Two-syllable words like "miswrote" (misw · rote) 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, “miswrote” is worth 13 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 “miswrote”
The letters in “miswrote” can be rearranged to spell one other word: wormiest.