How many syllables in “mascaras”?
syllables in "mascaras"
Word details
Syllables
3
ma · sca · ras
Letters
8
m · a · s · c · a · r · a · s
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “mascaras”
The word “mascaras” contains 3 syllables, divided as ma · sca · ras. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "mascaras" have?
"mascaras" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "mascaras" into syllables?
"mascaras" is divided into syllables as: ma · sca · ras.
What is the Scrabble score for "mascaras"?
The Scrabble score for "mascaras" is 12 points.
Using “mascaras” in writing
Three-syllable words like "mascaras" (ma · sca · ras) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “mascaras” is worth 12 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 “mascaras”
The letters in “mascaras” can be rearranged to spell one other word: marascas.