How many syllables in “smartie”?
syllables in "smartie"
Word details
Syllables
2
smar · tie
Letters
7
s · m · a · r · t · i · e
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “smartie”
The word “smartie” contains 2 syllables, divided as smar · tie. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "smartie" have?
"smartie" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "smartie" into syllables?
"smartie" is divided into syllables as: smar · tie.
What is the Scrabble score for "smartie"?
The Scrabble score for "smartie" is 9 points.
Using “smartie” in writing
Two-syllable words like "smartie" (smar · tie) 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, “smartie” is worth 9 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 “smartie”
The letters in “smartie” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: imarets, maestri, misrate.