How many syllables in “smeariest”?
syllables in "smeariest"
Word details
Syllables
2
smea · riest
Letters
9
s · m · e · a · r · i · e · s · t
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “smeariest”
The word “smeariest” contains 2 syllables, divided as smea · riest. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "smeariest" have?
"smeariest" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "smeariest" into syllables?
"smeariest" is divided into syllables as: smea · riest.
What is the Scrabble score for "smeariest"?
The Scrabble score for "smeariest" is 11 points.
Using “smeariest” in writing
Two-syllable words like "smeariest" (smea · riest) 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, “smeariest” 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 “smeariest”
The letters in “smeariest” can be rearranged to spell one other word: masteries.