How many syllables in “unsmoothed”?
syllables in "unsmoothed"
Word details
Syllables
2
unsmo · othed
Letters
10
u · n · s · m · o · o · t · h · e · d
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “unsmoothed”
The word “unsmoothed” contains 2 syllables, divided as unsmo · othed. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "unsmoothed" have?
"unsmoothed" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "unsmoothed" into syllables?
"unsmoothed" is divided into syllables as: unsmo · othed.
What is the Scrabble score for "unsmoothed"?
The Scrabble score for "unsmoothed" is 16 points.
Using “unsmoothed” in writing
Two-syllable words like "unsmoothed" (unsmo · othed) 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, “unsmoothed” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.