How many syllables in “marketplaces”?
syllables in "marketplaces"
Word details
Syllables
4
mar · ket · pla · ces
Letters
12
m · a · r · k · e · t · p · l · a · c · e · s
Scrabble
22
points
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About the word “marketplaces”
The word “marketplaces” contains 4 syllables, divided as mar · ket · pla · ces. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "marketplaces" have?
"marketplaces" has 4 syllables.
How do you divide "marketplaces" into syllables?
"marketplaces" is divided into syllables as: mar · ket · pla · ces.
What is the Scrabble score for "marketplaces"?
The Scrabble score for "marketplaces" is 22 points.
Using “marketplaces” in writing
Four-syllable words like "marketplaces" (mar · ket · pla · ces) span two full iambic feet. In a line of iambic pentameter (10 syllables), a four-syllable word takes nearly half the line, making it a powerful anchor. Use it deliberately — multi-syllable words slow the reader down and add weight.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “marketplaces” is worth 22 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.