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