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How many syllables in “macros”?

2

syllables in "macros"

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Word details

Syllables

2

ma · cros

Letters

6

m · a · c · r · o · s

Scrabble

10

points

Scrabble letter values

m3
a1
c3
r1
o1
s1

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About the word “macros

The word macros contains 2 syllables, divided as ma · cros. It has 6 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "macros" have?

"macros" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "macros" into syllables?

"macros" is divided into syllables as: ma · cros.

What is the Scrabble score for "macros"?

The Scrabble score for "macros" is 10 points.

Using “macros” in writing

Two-syllable words like "macros" (ma · cros) 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, macros is worth 10 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 “macros

The letters in macros can be rearranged to spell one other word: caroms.

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