How many syllables in “marketing”?
syllables in "marketing"
Word details
Syllables
3
mar · ke · ting
Letters
9
m · a · r · k · e · t · i · n · g
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “marketing”
The word “marketing” contains 3 syllables, divided as mar · ke · ting. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "marketing" have?
"marketing" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "marketing" into syllables?
"marketing" is divided into syllables as: mar · ke · ting.
What is the Scrabble score for "marketing"?
The Scrabble score for "marketing" is 16 points.
Using “marketing” in writing
Three-syllable words like "marketing" (mar · ke · ting) 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, “marketing” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.