How many syllables in “smokily”?
syllables in "smokily"
Word details
Syllables
3
smo · ki · ly
Letters
7
s · m · o · k · i · l · y
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “smokily”
The word “smokily” contains 3 syllables, divided as smo · ki · ly. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "smokily" have?
"smokily" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "smokily" into syllables?
"smokily" is divided into syllables as: smo · ki · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "smokily"?
The Scrabble score for "smokily" is 16 points.
Using “smokily” in writing
Three-syllable words like "smokily" (smo · ki · ly) 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, “smokily” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “smokily”
The letters in “smokily” can be rearranged to spell one other word: soymilk.