How many syllables in “marine”?
syllables in "marine"
Word details
Syllables
2
mar · ine
Letters
6
m · a · r · i · n · e
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “marine”
The word “marine” contains 2 syllables, divided as mar · ine. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "marine" have?
"marine" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "marine" into syllables?
"marine" is divided into syllables as: mar · ine.
What is the Scrabble score for "marine"?
The Scrabble score for "marine" is 8 points.
Using “marine” in writing
Two-syllable words like "marine" (mar · ine) 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, “marine” is worth 8 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 “marine”
The letters in “marine” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: airmen, remain.