How many syllables in “hostel”?
syllables in "hostel"
Word details
Syllables
2
ho · stel
Letters
6
h · o · s · t · e · l
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “hostel”
The word “hostel” contains 2 syllables, divided as ho · stel. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hostel" have?
"hostel" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "hostel" into syllables?
"hostel" is divided into syllables as: ho · stel.
What is the Scrabble score for "hostel"?
The Scrabble score for "hostel" is 9 points.
Using “hostel” in writing
Two-syllable words like "hostel" (ho · stel) 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, “hostel” is worth 9 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 “hostel”
The letters in “hostel” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: helots, hotels, tholes.