How many syllables in “smidgeon”?
syllables in "smidgeon"
Word details
Syllables
2
smid · geon
Letters
8
s · m · i · d · g · e · o · n
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “smidgeon”
The word “smidgeon” contains 2 syllables, divided as smid · geon. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "smidgeon" have?
"smidgeon" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "smidgeon" into syllables?
"smidgeon" is divided into syllables as: smid · geon.
What is the Scrabble score for "smidgeon"?
The Scrabble score for "smidgeon" is 12 points.
Using “smidgeon” in writing
Two-syllable words like "smidgeon" (smid · geon) 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, “smidgeon” is worth 12 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 “smidgeon”
The letters in “smidgeon” can be rearranged to spell one other word: mendigos.