How many syllables in “marines”?
syllables in "marines"
Word details
Syllables
3
ma · ri · nes
Letters
7
m · a · r · i · n · e · s
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “marines”
The word “marines” contains 3 syllables, divided as ma · ri · nes. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "marines" have?
"marines" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "marines" into syllables?
"marines" is divided into syllables as: ma · ri · nes.
What is the Scrabble score for "marines"?
The Scrabble score for "marines" is 9 points.
Using “marines” in writing
Three-syllable words like "marines" (ma · ri · nes) 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, “marines” is worth 9 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 “marines”
The letters in “marines” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: remains, seminar.