How many syllables in “besmear”?
syllables in "besmear"
Word details
Syllables
2
be · smear
Letters
7
b · e · s · m · e · a · r
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “besmear”
The word “besmear” contains 2 syllables, divided as be · smear. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "besmear" have?
"besmear" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "besmear" into syllables?
"besmear" is divided into syllables as: be · smear.
What is the Scrabble score for "besmear"?
The Scrabble score for "besmear" is 11 points.
Using “besmear” in writing
Two-syllable words like "besmear" (be · smear) 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, “besmear” is worth 11 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 “besmear”
The letters in “besmear” can be rearranged to spell one other word: ambeers.