How many syllables in “smitten”?
syllables in "smitten"
Word details
Syllables
2
smit · ten
Letters
7
s · m · i · t · t · e · n
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “smitten”
The word “smitten” contains 2 syllables, divided as smit · ten. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "smitten" have?
"smitten" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "smitten" into syllables?
"smitten" is divided into syllables as: smit · ten.
What is the Scrabble score for "smitten"?
The Scrabble score for "smitten" is 9 points.
Using “smitten” in writing
Two-syllable words like "smitten" (smit · ten) 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, “smitten” is worth 9 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 “smitten”
The letters in “smitten” can be rearranged to spell one other word: mittens.