How many syllables in “smears”?
syllable in "smears"
Word details
Syllables
1
smears
Letters
6
s · m · e · a · r · s
Scrabble
8
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “smears”
The word “smears” contains 1 syllable, divided as smears. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "smears" have?
"smears" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "smears" into syllables?
"smears" is divided into syllables as: smears.
What is the Scrabble score for "smears"?
The Scrabble score for "smears" is 8 points.
Using “smears” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "smears" carries strong natural stress and punchy impact. In haiku, it contributes one full syllable to the 5-7-5 structure. Monosyllabic words anchor lines in free verse and create emphasis when surrounded by longer words.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “smears” is worth 8 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 “smears”
The letters in “smears” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: marses, masers.