How many syllables in “maquiladora”?
syllables in "maquiladora"
Word details
Syllables
5
ma · qui · la · do · ra
Letters
11
m · a · q · u · i · l · a · d · o · r · a
Scrabble
23
points
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About the word “maquiladora”
The word “maquiladora” contains 5 syllables, divided as ma · qui · la · do · ra. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "maquiladora" have?
"maquiladora" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "maquiladora" into syllables?
"maquiladora" is divided into syllables as: ma · qui · la · do · ra.
What is the Scrabble score for "maquiladora"?
The Scrabble score for "maquiladora" is 23 points.
Using “maquiladora” in writing
"maquiladora" (ma · qui · la · do · ra) has five syllables — exactly one full line of a haiku's 5-7-5 structure. That means this single word could stand alone as the opening or closing line of a haiku. In longer verse, five-syllable words create a slow, deliberate pace.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “maquiladora” is worth 23 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.