How many syllables in “marlstone”?
syllables in "marlstone"
Word details
Syllables
2
marls · tone
Letters
9
m · a · r · l · s · t · o · n · e
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “marlstone”
The word “marlstone” contains 2 syllables, divided as marls · tone. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "marlstone" have?
"marlstone" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "marlstone" into syllables?
"marlstone" is divided into syllables as: marls · tone.
What is the Scrabble score for "marlstone"?
The Scrabble score for "marlstone" is 11 points.
Using “marlstone” in writing
Two-syllable words like "marlstone" (marls · tone) 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, “marlstone” is worth 11 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 “marlstone”
The letters in “marlstone” can be rearranged to spell one other word: mestranol.