How many syllables in “marlites”?
syllables in "marlites"
Word details
Syllables
3
mar · li · tes
Letters
8
m · a · r · l · i · t · e · s
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “marlites”
The word “marlites” contains 3 syllables, divided as mar · li · tes. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "marlites" have?
"marlites" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "marlites" into syllables?
"marlites" is divided into syllables as: mar · li · tes.
What is the Scrabble score for "marlites"?
The Scrabble score for "marlites" is 10 points.
Using “marlites” in writing
Three-syllable words like "marlites" (mar · li · tes) 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, “marlites” 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 “marlites”
The letters in “marlites” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: lamister, marliest, misalter.