How many syllables in “hoses”?
syllable in "hoses"
Word details
Syllables
1
hoses
Letters
5
h · o · s · e · s
Scrabble
8
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “hoses”
The word “hoses” contains 1 syllable, divided as hoses. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hoses" have?
"hoses" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "hoses" into syllables?
"hoses" is divided into syllables as: hoses.
What is the Scrabble score for "hoses"?
The Scrabble score for "hoses" is 8 points.
Using “hoses” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "hoses" carries strong natural stress and punchy impact. In haiku, it contributes one full syllable to the 5-7-5 structure. Monosyllabic words anchor lines in free verse and create emphasis when surrounded by longer words.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “hoses” is worth 8 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.
Anagrams of “hoses”
The letters in “hoses” can be rearranged to spell one other word: shoes.