How many syllables in “smote”?
syllable in "smote"
Word details
Syllables
1
smote
Letters
5
s · m · o · t · e
Scrabble
7
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “smote”
The word “smote” contains 1 syllable, divided as smote. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "smote" have?
"smote" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "smote" into syllables?
"smote" is divided into syllables as: smote.
What is the Scrabble score for "smote"?
The Scrabble score for "smote" is 7 points.
Using “smote” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "smote" carries strong natural stress and punchy impact. In haiku, it contributes one full syllable to the 5-7-5 structure. Monosyllabic words anchor lines in free verse and create emphasis when surrounded by longer words.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “smote” is worth 7 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “smote”
The letters in “smote” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: moste, motes, tomes.