How many syllables in “host”?
syllable in "host"
Word details
Syllables
1
host
Letters
4
h · o · s · t
Scrabble
7
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “host”
The word “host” contains 1 syllable, divided as host. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "host" have?
"host" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "host" into syllables?
"host" is divided into syllables as: host.
What is the Scrabble score for "host"?
The Scrabble score for "host" is 7 points.
Using “host” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "host" 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, “host” is worth 7 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “host”
The letters in “host” can be rearranged to spell 4 other words: hots, shot, soth, tosh.