The word "mishope" is spelled with the prefix "mis-" indicating a negative connotation, and the root word "hope". It is pronounced /mɪs həʊp/, with the stress on the second syllable. The 'o' in 'hope' is pronounced as the diphthongs /əʊ/, which sounds like the 'o' in 'go'. The 'e' at the end of the word is silent. The spelling of "mishope" can be a common mistake as some may spell it as "mis-hope" instead, emphasizing the negative prefix.