How to Pronounce Smote

To pronounce "smote", say SMOT-e — 2 syllables, IPA /sməʊt/. Tap play below to hear it in four English accents, or practice it syllable by syllable.

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2

Syllables

5

Letters

/sməʊt/

IPA

💡 Tip for remembering “smote”

"smote" has 2 syllables: smot-e. It rhymes with promote and connote, if that helps it stick.

What does smote mean?

verb

  1. To hit, to strike.
  2. To strike down or kill with godly force.

Words that rhyme with smote

Practicing rhymes trains the same ending sounds.

promoteconnotefloatdenotemotescapegoatnoteanecdotecutthroatgloatremoteturncoat

Related words

struckclunkedthwackeddravescourgedtrembledincontinentlyfalleth

Frequently asked questions

How many syllables are in "smote"?▾

"Smote" has 2 syllables: smot · e.

What is the IPA transcription of "smote"?▾

The IPA transcription of "smote" is /sməʊt/.

What does "smote" mean?▾

Smote: To hit, to strike.

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