How many syllables in “marmites”?
syllables in "marmites"
Word details
Syllables
3
mar · mi · tes
Letters
8
m · a · r · m · i · t · e · s
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “marmites”
The word “marmites” contains 3 syllables, divided as mar · mi · tes. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "marmites" have?
"marmites" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "marmites" into syllables?
"marmites" is divided into syllables as: mar · mi · tes.
What is the Scrabble score for "marmites"?
The Scrabble score for "marmites" is 12 points.
Using “marmites” in writing
Three-syllable words like "marmites" (mar · mi · 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, “marmites” is worth 12 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 “marmites”
The letters in “marmites” can be rearranged to spell one other word: rammiest.