How many syllables in “hobnobbers”?
syllables in "hobnobbers"
Word details
Syllables
3
hob · nob · bers
Letters
10
h · o · b · n · o · b · b · e · r · s
Scrabble
19
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About the word “hobnobbers”
The word “hobnobbers” contains 3 syllables, divided as hob · nob · bers. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hobnobbers" have?
"hobnobbers" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "hobnobbers" into syllables?
"hobnobbers" is divided into syllables as: hob · nob · bers.
What is the Scrabble score for "hobnobbers"?
The Scrabble score for "hobnobbers" is 19 points.
Using “hobnobbers” in writing
Three-syllable words like "hobnobbers" (hob · nob · bers) 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, “hobnobbers” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.