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