How many syllables in “marriageable”?
syllables in "marriageable"
Word details
Syllables
5
mar · ria · gea · ble
Letters
12
m · a · r · r · i · a · g · e · a · b · l · e
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “marriageable”
The word “marriageable” contains 5 syllables, divided as mar · ria · gea · ble. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "marriageable" have?
"marriageable" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "marriageable" into syllables?
"marriageable" is divided into syllables as: mar · ria · gea · ble.
What is the Scrabble score for "marriageable"?
The Scrabble score for "marriageable" is 17 points.
Using “marriageable” in writing
"marriageable" (mar · ria · gea · ble) has five syllables — exactly one full line of a haiku's 5-7-5 structure. That means this single word could stand alone as the opening or closing line of a haiku. In longer verse, five-syllable words create a slow, deliberate pace.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “marriageable” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.