How many syllables in “telemarketer”?
syllables in "telemarketer"
Word details
Syllables
5
te · le · mar · ke · ter
Letters
12
t · e · l · e · m · a · r · k · e · t · e · r
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “telemarketer”
The word “telemarketer” contains 5 syllables, divided as te · le · mar · ke · ter. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "telemarketer" have?
"telemarketer" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "telemarketer" into syllables?
"telemarketer" is divided into syllables as: te · le · mar · ke · ter.
What is the Scrabble score for "telemarketer"?
The Scrabble score for "telemarketer" is 18 points.
Using “telemarketer” in writing
"telemarketer" (te · le · mar · ke · ter) 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, “telemarketer” 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.