How many syllables in “smolder”?
syllables in "smolder"
Word details
Syllables
2
smol · der
Letters
7
s · m · o · l · d · e · r
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “smolder”
The word “smolder” contains 2 syllables, divided as smol · der. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "smolder" have?
"smolder" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "smolder" into syllables?
"smolder" is divided into syllables as: smol · der.
What is the Scrabble score for "smolder"?
The Scrabble score for "smolder" is 10 points.
Using “smolder” in writing
Two-syllable words like "smolder" (smol · der) 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, “smolder” is worth 10 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 “smolder”
The letters in “smolder” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: molders, remolds.