How many syllables in “hobbyhorse”?
syllables in "hobbyhorse"
Word details
Syllables
3
hobb · yhor · se
Letters
10
h · o · b · b · y · h · o · r · s · e
Scrabble
23
points
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About the word “hobbyhorse”
The word “hobbyhorse” contains 3 syllables, divided as hobb · yhor · se. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hobbyhorse" have?
"hobbyhorse" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "hobbyhorse" into syllables?
"hobbyhorse" is divided into syllables as: hobb · yhor · se.
What is the Scrabble score for "hobbyhorse"?
The Scrabble score for "hobbyhorse" is 23 points.
Using “hobbyhorse” in writing
Three-syllable words like "hobbyhorse" (hobb · yhor · se) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “hobbyhorse” is worth 23 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.