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How many syllables in “hosting”?

2

syllables in "hosting"

hosting
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Word details

Syllables

2

ho · sting

Letters

7

h · o · s · t · i · n · g

Scrabble

11

points

Common word

Scrabble letter values

h4
o1
s1
t1
i1
n1
g2

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About the word “hosting

The word hosting contains 2 syllables, divided as ho · sting. It has 7 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "hosting" have?

"hosting" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "hosting" into syllables?

"hosting" is divided into syllables as: ho · sting.

What is the Scrabble score for "hosting"?

The Scrabble score for "hosting" is 11 points.

Using “hosting” in writing

Two-syllable words like "hosting" (ho · sting) 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, hosting is worth 11 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.

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