How many syllables in “hospitality”?
syllables in "hospitality"
Word details
Syllables
5
ho · spi · ta · li · ty
Letters
11
h · o · s · p · i · t · a · l · i · t · y
Scrabble
19
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About the word “hospitality”
The word “hospitality” contains 5 syllables, divided as ho · spi · ta · li · ty. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hospitality" have?
"hospitality" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "hospitality" into syllables?
"hospitality" is divided into syllables as: ho · spi · ta · li · ty.
What is the Scrabble score for "hospitality"?
The Scrabble score for "hospitality" is 19 points.
Using “hospitality” in writing
"hospitality" (ho · spi · ta · li · ty) has five syllables — exactly one full line of a haiku's 5-7-5 structure. That means this single word could stand alone as the opening or closing line of a haiku. In longer verse, five-syllable words create a slow, deliberate pace.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “hospitality” 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.