How many syllables in “major”?
syllables in "major"
Word details
Syllables
2
ma · jor
Letters
5
m · a · j · o · r
Scrabble
14
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “major”
The word “major” contains 2 syllables, divided as ma · jor. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "major" have?
"major" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "major" into syllables?
"major" is divided into syllables as: ma · jor.
What is the Scrabble score for "major"?
The Scrabble score for "major" is 14 points.
Using “major” in writing
Two-syllable words like "major" (ma · jor) 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, “major” is worth 14 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 “major”
The letters in “major” can be rearranged to spell one other word: joram.