How many syllables in “hobbyhorses”?
syllables in "hobbyhorses"
Word details
Syllables
3
hobb · yhor · ses
Letters
11
h · o · b · b · y · h · o · r · s · e · s
Scrabble
24
points
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About the word “hobbyhorses”
The word “hobbyhorses” contains 3 syllables, divided as hobb · yhor · ses. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hobbyhorses" have?
"hobbyhorses" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "hobbyhorses" into syllables?
"hobbyhorses" is divided into syllables as: hobb · yhor · ses.
What is the Scrabble score for "hobbyhorses"?
The Scrabble score for "hobbyhorses" is 24 points.
Using “hobbyhorses” in writing
Three-syllable words like "hobbyhorses" (hobb · yhor · ses) 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, “hobbyhorses” is worth 24 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.