How many syllables in “hobnails”?
syllables in "hobnails"
Word details
Syllables
2
hob · nails
Letters
8
h · o · b · n · a · i · l · s
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “hobnails”
The word “hobnails” contains 2 syllables, divided as hob · nails. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hobnails" have?
"hobnails" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "hobnails" into syllables?
"hobnails" is divided into syllables as: hob · nails.
What is the Scrabble score for "hobnails"?
The Scrabble score for "hobnails" is 13 points.
Using “hobnails” in writing
Two-syllable words like "hobnails" (hob · nails) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “hobnails” is worth 13 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.