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How many syllables in “mixups”?

2

syllables in "mixups"

mixups
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Word details

Syllables

2

mi · xups

Letters

6

m · i · x · u · p · s

Scrabble

17

points

Scrabble letter values

m3
i1
x8
u1
p3
s1

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About the word “mixups

The word mixups contains 2 syllables, divided as mi · xups. It has 6 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "mixups" have?

"mixups" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "mixups" into syllables?

"mixups" is divided into syllables as: mi · xups.

What is the Scrabble score for "mixups"?

The Scrabble score for "mixups" is 17 points.

Using “mixups” in writing

Two-syllable words like "mixups" (mi · xups) 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, mixups is worth 17 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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