How many syllables in “smiler”?
syllables in "smiler"
Word details
Syllables
2
smi · ler
Letters
6
s · m · i · l · e · r
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “smiler”
The word “smiler” contains 2 syllables, divided as smi · ler. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "smiler" have?
"smiler" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "smiler" into syllables?
"smiler" is divided into syllables as: smi · ler.
What is the Scrabble score for "smiler"?
The Scrabble score for "smiler" is 8 points.
Using “smiler” in writing
Two-syllable words like "smiler" (smi · ler) 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, “smiler” 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 “smiler”
The letters in “smiler” can be rearranged to spell one other word: milers.