How many syllables in “smite”?
syllable in "smite"
Word details
Syllables
1
smite
Letters
5
s · m · i · t · e
Scrabble
7
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “smite”
The word “smite” contains 1 syllable, divided as smite. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "smite" have?
"smite" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "smite" into syllables?
"smite" is divided into syllables as: smite.
What is the Scrabble score for "smite"?
The Scrabble score for "smite" is 7 points.
Using “smite” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "smite" 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, “smite” is worth 7 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “smite”
The letters in “smite” can be rearranged to spell 6 other words: emits, items, metis, mites, stime, times.