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How many syllables in “macchia”?

2

syllables in "macchia"

macchia
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Word details

Syllables

2

mac · chia

Letters

7

m · a · c · c · h · i · a

Scrabble

16

points

Scrabble letter values

m3
a1
c3
c3
h4
i1
a1

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About the word “macchia

The word macchia contains 2 syllables, divided as mac · chia. It has 7 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "macchia" have?

"macchia" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "macchia" into syllables?

"macchia" is divided into syllables as: mac · chia.

What is the Scrabble score for "macchia"?

The Scrabble score for "macchia" is 16 points.

Using “macchia” in writing

Two-syllable words like "macchia" (mac · chia) 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, macchia is worth 16 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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