How many syllables in “martens”?
syllables in "martens"
Word details
Syllables
2
mar · tens
Letters
7
m · a · r · t · e · n · s
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “martens”
The word “martens” contains 2 syllables, divided as mar · tens. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "martens" have?
"martens" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "martens" into syllables?
"martens" is divided into syllables as: mar · tens.
What is the Scrabble score for "martens"?
The Scrabble score for "martens" is 9 points.
Using “martens” in writing
Two-syllable words like "martens" (mar · tens) 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, “martens” is worth 9 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 “martens”
The letters in “martens” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: sarment, smarten.