How many syllables in “mako”?
syllables in "mako"
Word details
Syllables
2
ma · ko
Letters
4
m · a · k · o
Scrabble
10
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “mako”
The word “mako” contains 2 syllables, divided as ma · ko. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "mako" have?
"mako" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "mako" into syllables?
"mako" is divided into syllables as: ma · ko.
What is the Scrabble score for "mako"?
The Scrabble score for "mako" is 10 points.
Using “mako” in writing
Two-syllable words like "mako" (ma · ko) 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, “mako” 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 “mako”
The letters in “mako” can be rearranged to spell one other word: amok.