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SMELLING

/ˈsmɛlɪŋ/

8 letters · 2 syllables · verb, noun

S 1/1
M 3/4
E 1/1
L 1/2
L 1/2
I 1/1
N 1/2
G 2/3

Definition of SMELLING

verb

To sense a smell or smells.

"I can smell fresh bread."

verb

Followed by like or of if descriptive: to have a particular smell, whether good or bad.

"Her feet smell of cheese."

verb

(without a modifier) To smell bad; to stink.

"Ew, this stuff smells."

noun

The act by which something is smelled.

Synonyms of SMELLING

Words with similar meaning

Examples of SMELLING in a Sentence

  • "I can smell fresh bread."
  • "Her feet smell of cheese."
  • "Ew, this stuff smells."

Word Details

Letters
8
Syllables
2
Scrabble
11
points
WWF
16
points

Is SMELLING a Scrabble Word?

Yes, SMELLING is a valid word in the following dictionaries:

Scrabble US (TWL) — 11 pts Scrabble UK (SOWPODS) — 11 pts Words With Friends — 16 pts

Tip: SMELLING uses 8 letters. Look for double or triple letter squares under high-value tiles to maximize your score.

Letter Values for SMELLING

Point breakdown for each letter in Scrabble and Words With Friends.

Letter smelling Total
Scrabble 13111112 11
WWF 14122123 16

Words You Can Make With the Letters in SMELLING

100 words from the letters in SMELLING

How to Use SMELLING in Word Games

SMELLING is worth 11 points in Scrabble and 16 points in Words With Friends, making it a solid-scoring word.

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Frequently Asked Questions About SMELLING

What does SMELLING mean?
SMELLING is a verb. To sense a smell or smells.
Is SMELLING a valid Scrabble word?
Yes, SMELLING is valid in Scrabble US (TWL) and valid in Scrabble UK (SOWPODS). It is worth 11 points in Scrabble.
How many points is SMELLING worth in Scrabble?
SMELLING is worth 11 points in Scrabble and 16 points in Words With Friends. It is a 8-letter word with 2 syllables.
How many words can you make from SMELLING?
You can make 100 words from the letters in SMELLING. The longest sub-words are 7 letters long. Use our word unscrambler to see the full list with point values.
What are synonyms of SMELLING?
Synonyms of SMELLING include: detect, sense, pong, reek, stink, whiff. These words have similar meanings and can be used as alternatives in writing and word games.