How many syllables in “smokelike”?
syllables in "smokelike"
Word details
Syllables
3
smo · kel · ike
Letters
9
s · m · o · k · e · l · i · k · e
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “smokelike”
The word “smokelike” contains 3 syllables, divided as smo · kel · ike. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "smokelike" have?
"smokelike" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "smokelike" into syllables?
"smokelike" is divided into syllables as: smo · kel · ike.
What is the Scrabble score for "smokelike"?
The Scrabble score for "smokelike" is 19 points.
Using “smokelike” in writing
Three-syllable words like "smokelike" (smo · kel · ike) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “smokelike” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.