How many syllables in “hospitals”?
syllables in "hospitals"
Word details
Syllables
3
ho · spi · tals
Letters
9
h · o · s · p · i · t · a · l · s
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “hospitals”
The word “hospitals” contains 3 syllables, divided as ho · spi · tals. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hospitals" have?
"hospitals" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "hospitals" into syllables?
"hospitals" is divided into syllables as: ho · spi · tals.
What is the Scrabble score for "hospitals"?
The Scrabble score for "hospitals" is 14 points.
Using “hospitals” in writing
Three-syllable words like "hospitals" (ho · spi · tals) 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, “hospitals” 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.