How many syllables in “besmoking”?
syllables in "besmoking"
Word details
Syllables
3
be · smo · king
Letters
9
b · e · s · m · o · k · i · n · g
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “besmoking”
The word “besmoking” contains 3 syllables, divided as be · smo · king. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "besmoking" have?
"besmoking" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "besmoking" into syllables?
"besmoking" is divided into syllables as: be · smo · king.
What is the Scrabble score for "besmoking"?
The Scrabble score for "besmoking" is 18 points.
Using “besmoking” in writing
Three-syllable words like "besmoking" (be · smo · king) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “besmoking” 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.
Anagrams of “besmoking”
The letters in “besmoking” can be rearranged to spell one other word: embosking.