How many syllables in “marketeer”?
syllables in "marketeer"
Word details
Syllables
3
mar · ke · teer
Letters
9
m · a · r · k · e · t · e · e · r
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “marketeer”
The word “marketeer” contains 3 syllables, divided as mar · ke · teer. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "marketeer" have?
"marketeer" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "marketeer" into syllables?
"marketeer" is divided into syllables as: mar · ke · teer.
What is the Scrabble score for "marketeer"?
The Scrabble score for "marketeer" is 15 points.
Using “marketeer” in writing
Three-syllable words like "marketeer" (mar · ke · teer) 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, “marketeer” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.