How many syllables in “besmoothed”?
syllables in "besmoothed"
Word details
Syllables
2
besmo · othed
Letters
10
b · e · s · m · o · o · t · h · e · d
Scrabble
18
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About the word “besmoothed”
The word “besmoothed” contains 2 syllables, divided as besmo · othed. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "besmoothed" have?
"besmoothed" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "besmoothed" into syllables?
"besmoothed" is divided into syllables as: besmo · othed.
What is the Scrabble score for "besmoothed"?
The Scrabble score for "besmoothed" is 18 points.
Using “besmoothed” in writing
Two-syllable words like "besmoothed" (besmo · othed) 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, “besmoothed” 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.