How many syllables in “marketplace”?
syllables in "marketplace"
Word details
Syllables
3
mark · etpl · ace
Letters
11
m · a · r · k · e · t · p · l · a · c · e
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “marketplace”
The word “marketplace” contains 3 syllables, divided as mark · etpl · ace. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "marketplace" have?
"marketplace" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "marketplace" into syllables?
"marketplace" is divided into syllables as: mark · etpl · ace.
What is the Scrabble score for "marketplace"?
The Scrabble score for "marketplace" is 21 points.
Using “marketplace” in writing
Three-syllable words like "marketplace" (mark · etpl · ace) 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, “marketplace” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.