How many syllables in “marques”?
syllables in "marques"
Word details
Syllables
2
mar · ques
Letters
7
m · a · r · q · u · e · s
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “marques”
The word “marques” contains 2 syllables, divided as mar · ques. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "marques" have?
"marques" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "marques" into syllables?
"marques" is divided into syllables as: mar · ques.
What is the Scrabble score for "marques"?
The Scrabble score for "marques" is 18 points.
Using “marques” in writing
Two-syllable words like "marques" (mar · ques) 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, “marques” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “marques”
The letters in “marques” can be rearranged to spell one other word: masquer.