How many syllables in “magus”?
syllables in "magus"
Word details
Syllables
2
ma · gus
Letters
5
m · a · g · u · s
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “magus”
The word “magus” contains 2 syllables, divided as ma · gus. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "magus" have?
"magus" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "magus" into syllables?
"magus" is divided into syllables as: ma · gus.
What is the Scrabble score for "magus"?
The Scrabble score for "magus" is 8 points.
Using “magus” in writing
Two-syllable words like "magus" (ma · gus) 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, “magus” is worth 8 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 “magus”
The letters in “magus” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: gaums, sagum.