How many syllables in “mahogany”?
syllables in "mahogany"
Word details
Syllables
4
ma · ho · ga · ny
Letters
8
m · a · h · o · g · a · n · y
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “mahogany”
The word “mahogany” contains 4 syllables, divided as ma · ho · ga · ny. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "mahogany" have?
"mahogany" has 4 syllables.
How do you divide "mahogany" into syllables?
"mahogany" is divided into syllables as: ma · ho · ga · ny.
What is the Scrabble score for "mahogany"?
The Scrabble score for "mahogany" is 17 points.
Using “mahogany” in writing
Four-syllable words like "mahogany" (ma · ho · ga · ny) span two full iambic feet. In a line of iambic pentameter (10 syllables), a four-syllable word takes nearly half the line, making it a powerful anchor. Use it deliberately — multi-syllable words slow the reader down and add weight.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “mahogany” is worth 17 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 “mahogany”
The letters in “mahogany” can be rearranged to spell one other word: hogmanay.