How many syllables in “hobnobs”?
syllables in "hobnobs"
Word details
Syllables
2
hob · nobs
Letters
7
h · o · b · n · o · b · s
Scrabble
14
points
Scrabble letter values
Count another word
About the word “hobnobs”
The word “hobnobs” contains 2 syllables, divided as hob · nobs. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hobnobs" have?
"hobnobs" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "hobnobs" into syllables?
"hobnobs" is divided into syllables as: hob · nobs.
What is the Scrabble score for "hobnobs"?
The Scrabble score for "hobnobs" is 14 points.
Using “hobnobs” in writing
Two-syllable words like "hobnobs" (hob · nobs) 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, “hobnobs” is worth 14 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.