How many syllables in “hobgoblin”?
syllables in "hobgoblin"
Word details
Syllables
3
hob · go · blin
Letters
9
h · o · b · g · o · b · l · i · n
Scrabble
17
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About the word “hobgoblin”
The word “hobgoblin” contains 3 syllables, divided as hob · go · blin. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hobgoblin" have?
"hobgoblin" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "hobgoblin" into syllables?
"hobgoblin" is divided into syllables as: hob · go · blin.
What is the Scrabble score for "hobgoblin"?
The Scrabble score for "hobgoblin" is 17 points.
Using “hobgoblin” in writing
Three-syllable words like "hobgoblin" (hob · go · blin) 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, “hobgoblin” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.