How many syllables in “smorgasbord”?
syllables in "smorgasbord"
Word details
Syllables
3
smor · gas · bord
Letters
11
s · m · o · r · g · a · s · b · o · r · d
Scrabble
17
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About the word “smorgasbord”
The word “smorgasbord” contains 3 syllables, divided as smor · gas · bord. It has 11 letters.
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How many syllables does "smorgasbord" have?
"smorgasbord" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "smorgasbord" into syllables?
"smorgasbord" is divided into syllables as: smor · gas · bord.
What is the Scrabble score for "smorgasbord"?
The Scrabble score for "smorgasbord" is 17 points.
Using “smorgasbord” in writing
Three-syllable words like "smorgasbord" (smor · gas · bord) 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, “smorgasbord” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.