How many syllables in “smokestack”?
syllables in "smokestack"
Word details
Syllables
3
smo · ke · stack
Letters
10
s · m · o · k · e · s · t · a · c · k
Scrabble
22
points
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About the word “smokestack”
The word “smokestack” contains 3 syllables, divided as smo · ke · stack. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "smokestack" have?
"smokestack" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "smokestack" into syllables?
"smokestack" is divided into syllables as: smo · ke · stack.
What is the Scrabble score for "smokestack"?
The Scrabble score for "smokestack" is 22 points.
Using “smokestack” in writing
Three-syllable words like "smokestack" (smo · ke · stack) 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, “smokestack” is worth 22 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.