How many syllables in “markedness”?
syllables in "markedness"
Word details
Syllables
3
mar · ked · ness
Letters
10
m · a · r · k · e · d · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “markedness”
The word “markedness” contains 3 syllables, divided as mar · ked · ness. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "markedness" have?
"markedness" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "markedness" into syllables?
"markedness" is divided into syllables as: mar · ked · ness.
What is the Scrabble score for "markedness"?
The Scrabble score for "markedness" is 17 points.
Using “markedness” in writing
Three-syllable words like "markedness" (mar · ked · ness) 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, “markedness” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.