How many syllables in “hobnob”?
syllables in "hobnob"
Word details
Syllables
2
hob · nob
Letters
6
h · o · b · n · o · b
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “hobnob”
The word “hobnob” contains 2 syllables, divided as hob · nob. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hobnob" have?
"hobnob" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "hobnob" into syllables?
"hobnob" is divided into syllables as: hob · nob.
What is the Scrabble score for "hobnob"?
The Scrabble score for "hobnob" is 13 points.
Using “hobnob” in writing
Two-syllable words like "hobnob" (hob · nob) 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, “hobnob” 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.