How many syllables in “machrees”?
syllables in "machrees"
Word details
Syllables
2
mac · hrees
Letters
8
m · a · c · h · r · e · e · s
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “machrees”
The word “machrees” contains 2 syllables, divided as mac · hrees. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "machrees" have?
"machrees" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "machrees" into syllables?
"machrees" is divided into syllables as: mac · hrees.
What is the Scrabble score for "machrees"?
The Scrabble score for "machrees" is 15 points.
Using “machrees” in writing
Two-syllable words like "machrees" (mac · hrees) 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, “machrees” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “machrees”
The letters in “machrees” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: cashmere, marchese.