How many syllables in “hokums”?
syllables in "hokums"
Word details
Syllables
2
ho · kums
Letters
6
h · o · k · u · m · s
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “hokums”
The word “hokums” contains 2 syllables, divided as ho · kums. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hokums" have?
"hokums" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "hokums" into syllables?
"hokums" is divided into syllables as: ho · kums.
What is the Scrabble score for "hokums"?
The Scrabble score for "hokums" is 15 points.
Using “hokums” in writing
Two-syllable words like "hokums" (ho · kums) 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, “hokums” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “hokums”
The letters in “hokums” can be rearranged to spell one other word: khoums.