How many syllables in “marliest”?
syllables in "marliest"
Word details
Syllables
2
mar · liest
Letters
8
m · a · r · l · i · e · s · t
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “marliest”
The word “marliest” contains 2 syllables, divided as mar · liest. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "marliest" have?
"marliest" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "marliest" into syllables?
"marliest" is divided into syllables as: mar · liest.
What is the Scrabble score for "marliest"?
The Scrabble score for "marliest" is 10 points.
Using “marliest” in writing
Two-syllable words like "marliest" (mar · liest) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “marliest” is worth 10 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.
Anagrams of “marliest”
The letters in “marliest” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: lamister, marlites, misalter.