How many syllables in “besmoked”?
syllables in "besmoked"
Word details
Syllables
2
besm · oked
Letters
8
b · e · s · m · o · k · e · d
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “besmoked”
The word “besmoked” contains 2 syllables, divided as besm · oked. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "besmoked" have?
"besmoked" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "besmoked" into syllables?
"besmoked" is divided into syllables as: besm · oked.
What is the Scrabble score for "besmoked"?
The Scrabble score for "besmoked" is 17 points.
Using “besmoked” in writing
Two-syllable words like "besmoked" (besm · oked) 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, “besmoked” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “besmoked”
The letters in “besmoked” can be rearranged to spell one other word: embosked.