How many syllables in “macho”?
syllables in "macho"
Word details
Syllables
2
mac · ho
Letters
5
m · a · c · h · o
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “macho”
The word “macho” contains 2 syllables, divided as mac · ho. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "macho" have?
"macho" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "macho" into syllables?
"macho" is divided into syllables as: mac · ho.
What is the Scrabble score for "macho"?
The Scrabble score for "macho" is 12 points.
Using “macho” in writing
Two-syllable words like "macho" (mac · ho) 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, “macho” is worth 12 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 “macho”
The letters in “macho” can be rearranged to spell one other word: mocha.