How many syllables in “smother”?
syllables in "smother"
Word details
Syllables
2
smot · her
Letters
7
s · m · o · t · h · e · r
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “smother”
The word “smother” contains 2 syllables, divided as smot · her. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "smother" have?
"smother" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "smother" into syllables?
"smother" is divided into syllables as: smot · her.
What is the Scrabble score for "smother"?
The Scrabble score for "smother" is 12 points.
Using “smother” in writing
Two-syllable words like "smother" (smot · her) 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, “smother” is worth 12 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 “smother”
The letters in “smother” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: mothers, thermos.