How many syllables in “smoulder”?
syllables in "smoulder"
Word details
Syllables
2
smoul · der
Letters
8
s · m · o · u · l · d · e · r
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “smoulder”
The word “smoulder” contains 2 syllables, divided as smoul · der. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "smoulder" have?
"smoulder" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "smoulder" into syllables?
"smoulder" is divided into syllables as: smoul · der.
What is the Scrabble score for "smoulder"?
The Scrabble score for "smoulder" is 11 points.
Using “smoulder” in writing
Two-syllable words like "smoulder" (smoul · 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, “smoulder” is worth 11 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 “smoulder”
The letters in “smoulder” can be rearranged to spell one other word: moulders.