How many syllables in “hobnobbing”?
syllables in "hobnobbing"
Word details
Syllables
3
hob · nob · bing
Letters
10
h · o · b · n · o · b · b · i · n · g
Scrabble
20
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About the word “hobnobbing”
The word “hobnobbing” contains 3 syllables, divided as hob · nob · bing. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hobnobbing" have?
"hobnobbing" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "hobnobbing" into syllables?
"hobnobbing" is divided into syllables as: hob · nob · bing.
What is the Scrabble score for "hobnobbing"?
The Scrabble score for "hobnobbing" is 20 points.
Using “hobnobbing” in writing
Three-syllable words like "hobnobbing" (hob · nob · bing) 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, “hobnobbing” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.